Sheriff's Detention Lieutenant (Internal Sheriff's Office applicants only)

Description

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Detention Lieutenant. This position supervises the work of sergeants, deputies, and support staff in the daily operation of the Adult Detention division.

Location and hours:

This position is at the Hennepin County Public Safety Facility located at 401 South 4th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415 in downtown Minneapolis. This position requires working a flexible schedule including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, and requires being on call 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, and 365 days/year.

About The Position Type

This is a full-time, benefit earning position.

You must be a current regular or probationary employee of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office to apply for this position. L imited duration employees are not eligible.

This position is internally classified as a Sheriff's Detention Lieutenant.

Click here to view the job classification specification.

In This Position, You Will

• Lead units of the Adult Detention Division or stand-in for the Facility Commander.
• Prepare or assist in divisional budget and annual reports; work on special project assignments.
• Supervise the work of supervisors, law enforcement, and detention and support staff assigned to the division; maintain discipline and morale; recommend commendations and disciplinary action.
• Respond to inmate and security incidents and interview subjects of complaints, witnesses, and complainants; testify in court.
• Prepare and send communications, instructions, and procedures; review and evaluate reports.
• Coordinate activities with other law enforcement agencies.
• Conduct frequent inspections of the jail facility to ensure cleanliness and safe and proper operating conditions.
• Provide leadership to further department-based strategies that align with county goals, mission and core values for diversity, equity & inclusion.
  
  

Need to have:

• One of the following:
• Six years or more of full-time equivalent experience as a detention deputy, correctional officer, detention or correctional supervisor, or licensed peace officer including two years or more of supervisory experience in the Hennepin County Adult Detention Division.
• Two years or more of college or vocational technical course work (equivalent of 60 semester credits) and five years or more of the approved work experience, including two years or more of supervisory experience in the Hennepin County Adult Detention Division.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, and being on call 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, and 365 days/year.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of:
• Laws and ordinances related to detention functions.
• Department rules, regulations, policies, and operating procedures.
• Acceptance and release procedures.
• Inmate classification system.
• Labor contracts, grievances, and disciplinary procedures.
• Philosophy, principles, methods, practices, and techniques of jail management.
• Demonstrate a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in their work and interactions.
  

About The Department

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office serves the county's 1.2 million residents. State law mandates most of the sheriff's office duties, including managing the county jail, providing security to the district court, and patrolling the waterways in the county.

The Sheriff's Office also runs specialized initiatives like Criminal Information Sharing and Analysis (CISA), Violent Offender Task Force (VOTF), Crime Scene Investigation, Criminal Investigation, Community Outreach and Employee Wellness. The mission of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is: Providing quality professional services while building meaningful relationships that are sustainable within our communities, and with our partners, to ensure justice and safety for all.

About Hennepin County

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.

Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Employee).

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

Your future. Made here.

The list created from this job announcement may be used to fill future Detention Lieutenant vacancies.

Watch this video for application best practices and tips.

Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis and/or a criminal background check.

If You Have Any Questions, Please Contact

Mai Xiong

Mai.Xiong@hennepin.us

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