Detention Officer

The Linn County Sheriff's Office is seeking up to 6 Detention Officers. The Detention Officer performs work of routine difficulty involving custody and discipline of male and female inmates on an assigned shift. Work is performed under general supervision of a Deputy Sheriff/Sergeant.

The following documents are REQUIRED and must be uploaded with an application:

• Birth Certificate
• Transcripts from ALL high school and post-high school educational institutions

Hourly Wage:
New Hire: $34.03 - 1 year: $35.24 - 2 years: $36.46 - 3 years: $37.67 - 4 years: $38.89

• Processes inmates into custody, conducts searches of inmates, vehicles, packages, and equipment; inventories and takes charge of personal property.
• Supervises inmates during meals, exercise, work, recreation, personal hygiene, and related activities.
• Provides for the inmate’s basic needs, physical safety, well-being, sanitary conditions, and ensures that pre-trial rights are adhered to.
• Maintains control and internal security of the Linn County Correctional Center through visual monitoring from restricted access control rooms.
• Patrols facilities and makes security checks; conducts rounds and inmate counts; inspects all areas of the Linn County Correctional Center for safety/security deficiencies.
• Responds in a calm, confident and organized manner to emergency situations such as alarms, altercations, or medical emergencies.
• Maintains logs, prepares reports, enters information into electronic record system.
• Distributes and administers medications to inmates as prescribed.
• Identifies serious or life‑treating medical conditions, makes the appropriate notifications, and administers basic first aid and/or lifesaving aid.
• Operates electronic doors, telephone systems, two‑way radios, intercom, alarm systems, closed circuit TV systems, computer terminals, and other related equipment.
• Attends training and professional development classes.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one (1) year of experience in a correctional center, detention center, residential treatment center, or similar environment.
• Additional education beyond high school in criminal justice or a related field may compensate for in whole or in part for required experience.
• Department of Corrections training preferred.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Must not have been convicted of a serious crime.
• Must pass a County physical examination which includes a drug test and psychological testing (MMPI) after offer of employment.
• Must pass a criminal background check after offer of employment.
• Polygraph exam will be administered after offer of employment.
• Valid State of Iowa Driver’s License required.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain certification in the following areas: CPR, Weapons, Jail Procedures, and Medication Dispensing.
• Must be able to work evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Voluntary overtime may be offered and forced overtime will be mandatory.

Shifts vary

Read the full description here:
Detention Officer Job Description