Detention Officer

City of Independence - Police Department, 223 North Memorial Dr, Independence, Missouri, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:00 AM

To create an eligibility list for the position of Detention Officer.

Processes individuals into the Independence Police Detention facility. Responsible for intake of personal belongings; booking; fingerprinting and searching detainees/prisoners; completes medical questionnaires. Monitor the detention area to provide safety and security for arrestees. Coordinates the bonding and/or arraignment of detainees with Municipal/ State/ Federal Court; provides courts with proper documentation. Arranges meals and makes provisions for personal needs of prisoners. Maintains the detention facility;

cleans cells; laundry; and supplies. Perform data entry of required records and reports. Inform the Detective Unit of felony arrests and arraignments and other duties as directed.

High school diploma or GED, or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Aptitude in record keeping, report preparation, computer applications and effective communication is desired. Must complete required NIMS level training within first six months of hire and complete certification in CPR, First Aid, AED and LVNR within three years.

Knowledge of applicable detention laws as well as ability to maintain order and security within the detention unit preferred.

Stairs, walking, infrequent running, occasional lifting or moving and physical strength to restrain abusive and violent individuals. Hand dexterity to operate a computer.

Occasional exposure to hazardous situations involving armed or physically violent persons. Minimal exposure to extreme weather conditions of heat and cold. Contact with toxic or caustic cleaning chemicals.

Must be available for shifts and weekends.

The Independence Police Department works with the Veterans Administration so military veterans can utilize their GI Bill® benefits. Please contact us about the details using your benefits with us. Approval of the benefits are subject to the approval by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Requires a valid driver’s license, drug testing, a comprehensive background check and successful completion of a lift and drag test (Approximately 165 lbs. for 100 feet).

The City of Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. The City of Independence is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

The City of Independence provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to human resources-coi.

The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons.

Management reserves the right in coordination with the governing union (if applicable) to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.

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