Correctional Officer

Job Summary

• CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS The Correctional Officer performs activities that create and maintain a safe and secure environment for the residents of Rice County, and general public who enter the jail facility. This position generates essential data and records for courts, administration, local, state and federal agencies. Examples of Duties
• Maintains the security, safety and well-being of detainees in accordance with Minnesota Department of Corrections 2911 Rules Governing Adult Detention Facilities. Follow State Statutes and Constitutional Standards, Rice County Sheriff’s Office and Jail Divisions policies and procedures.
• Maintains a detailed and accurate jail log electronically including but not limited to all detainee activities, court appearances, medical and dental appointments, medical problems, medication dispensed, meals ordered and received, and cell checks.
• Maintains the shift communication log sharing detailed information including but limited to detainee statuses, unit status, detainee bookings and release, safety and security concerns. Receives and records various fees and monies.
• Maintains open and effective communication with the courts, community corrections, probation officers, social workers, lawyers, supervisors, main jail, and detainees.
• Possesses an exceptional working knowledge of all necessary computer software programs.
• Monitors compliance with the rules and regulations governing work release detainees.
• Performs Intake, Central Control, Internal Movement (Rover), and Housing officer tasks daily.
• Assists the public with a variety of services.
• Transports detainees to/from court, medical appointments, between jurisdictions and other approved activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a high school diploma or GED, and training beyond high school that can be obtained in one year or less, and six months of related experience, or equivalent. A valid driver’s license is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate’s degree in law enforcement or previous correctional experience preferred.

HIRING RANGE / UNION: $31.67 - $33.11 per hour / CO Union - Grade 10

SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Body searches and physical contact may be required with detainees.

HOURS: Rotating shift basis, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week

Rice County offers a complete benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, pension, holiday, vacation, sick leave and long-term disability insurance.

County employees are eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

For additional information, please follow the link to the Rice County website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./Benefits

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Answers to the Supplemental Questions must be supported by the "Education", "Work Experience" or "Skills" section of the job application. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.

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• I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.
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Questions 2-15 have been developed to help you to decide if you would be interested in becoming a corrections officer in Rice County. This document has statements that reflect job duties and tasks that Correctional Staff in Rice County are required to perform. Please read each statement and decide if you are "willing and able" to perform these tasks. Are you willing to work any shift or any day of the week, including weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to work unscheduled, assigned overtime?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to work in a setting where vacations may be restricted based on staff availability?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to supply and maintain on file a current address and phone number where you can be reached during off-duty hours?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to write detainee/staff incident and investigation reports?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to give testimony in internal disciplinary hearings or in county court?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to follow Rice County's policies and Procedures including those that are created to maintain professional boundaries with detainees, their families and friends?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to transport detainees outside of the jail to court, medical appointments or to and from other jurisdictions?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to set aside your personal prejudices and be fair in dealing with detainees regardless of their crime and/or backgrounds?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing, if necessary, to use appropriate use of force to deal with potentially…