Detention Officer

DETENTION OFFICER - STARTING PAY: $24.95 - $27.54 PER HOUR

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Supervise and monitor behavior of residents, coordinate and cooperate with law enforcement agencies and judiciary agencies as necessary. Plans and performs a wide range of detention duties to ensure the proper booking, incarceration and safety of persons committed to the Detention Center, inspect facilities for cleanliness, cleaning and sanitizing the facility, identify and report conditions or practices that may compromise overall sanitation effectiveness, maintain an inventory of sanitation supplies, maintain and inventory of all inmate supplies, stored clothing and distribution.

Work schedule is dependent on facility needs. Employee may transport prisoners to court and other appearances. Employee must perform all duties with minimal supervision. Detention officers may be assigned to duty stations in the Adult Male Unit, Adult Female Unit. Employee may be required to work irregular hours, attend briefing detail 15 minutes before and after shift, attend job-related meetings in and out of town, and perform all other duties assigned.

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DETENTION OFFICER NF JOB SPEC 07.2025

Please provide the following REQUIRED Documents:

• DRIVING RECORD - Dated within the last 30 days.
• WAIVER - Please print, complete, and upload the waiver notarized below.
• VETERANS' FORM - Please print, complete, and upload the form below.

Starting Hiring Range: $24.95 - $27.54 PER HOUR DOE

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