Corrections Officer

Job Description

Responsible for the security health welfare and safety of inmates in the County's correctional facility and the effective delivery of correctional services through the observance of all federal and state laws county ordinances correctional policies procedures rules and regulations. Responsibilities may include screening inmates for behaviors attitudes and interests; conducting initial custody assessments; supervising inmates and enforcing rules and regulations to ensure the security of assigned area and personnel; transporting inmates to and from court and medical appointments; tracking and record keeping of all community service hours worked.

Job Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Books and releases inmates; to include taking fingerprints and photographs; searching inmates; inventorying belongings; conducting initial custody assessments; screening inmates for behaviors; attitudes; and interests; assigning and escorting inmates to cells; and releasing inmates when directed or in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

Supervises inmates and enforces rules and regulations to ensure the security of assigned area and personnel; inspects and searches cells for weapons and contraband; reviews security videos; supervises visitation of inmates; performs CPR and first aid techniques as required; and delivers medication.

Transports inmates to and from courts; clinics; and other applicable locations; ensures safety and compliance with applicable policies and procedures.

Enters; updates; researches; and/or compiles information to prepare and maintain logs; reports; records; rosters; and other documentation; ensures informational accuracy and completeness.

Performs office support duties to include assisting with training new staff; setting up and maintaining assigned areas; and responding to inquiries from internal and external agencies.

Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Education and/or Experience

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

2. Knowledge and ability to operate standard Windows operating systems and programs including Microsoft

Office and Excel.

CERTIFICATES; LICENSES; REGISTRATIONS:

1. CPR and First Aid Certified.

2. Must have a valid Minnesota Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Principles and practices of patrol and crime prevention;
• Probations and Corrections techniques and procedures;
• Crisis and emergency management principles and practices;
• Recordkeeping principles;
• Computers and related software applications.
• Applicable federal; state; and local laws; codes; regulations;
• Customer service principles;
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment;
• Modern office technology.
• Applying and interpreting law enforcement principles and practices;
• Analyzing situations quickly and objectively; thereby determining the proper course of action;
• Preparing and maintaining logs; records; and reports;
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws; codes; regulations and standards;
• Providing customer service;
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications;
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers; supervisors; the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction;
• Applying and interpreting law enforcement principles and practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Positions in this class typically require: climbing; crouching; reaching; standing; walking; pushing; pulling; lifting; fingering; grasping; feeling; talking; hearing; seeing and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently; and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be exposed to environmental conditions; such as; challenging behaviors; imminent danger; and threatening environments; incumbents may be expected to travel.

Additional Information

Must pass a full background check. Must pass a physical examination. Must pass a psychological examination. Working schedule will vary. In addition to competitive starting wages that are based on experience and education Meeker County also offers the following benefits: 24 hour vacation bank upon hire for FT employees pro-rated for PT employees Retirement pension through the MN PERA Student Loan Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Catastrophic Medical Leave Program Employee Recognition Program $20000 Basic Life Insurance at no-cost to eligible employees County contribution towards Health Savings Accounts Employment with Meeker County qualifies for Public Service Forgiveness SALARY: UB23 $23.81 - $31.98

Application Special Instructions

Submit Cover Letter and Resume along with online application. Meeker County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.