Detention Officer

Bozeman, MT
Gallatin County Sheriff

Salary: $24.48 Hourly

Position Summary:
This position is located in the Gallatin County Detention Center. This position is responsible for maintaining a secure detention facility and safe custody of the inmates; performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks associated with the facility operations; provides inmate supervision; the incarceration of inmates; secures pre-trial and sentenced inmates in the Detention Center and performs other related duties as assigned. This position reports to a Sergeant and does not supervise other County employees.
Requirements:

  • Must meet minimum standards for the appointment and continued employment of public safety officers in the State of Montana in pursuant of Montana Administrative Rule (ARM) 23.13.201 as prescribed by the Montana Public Safety Officer Standards and Training Council.
  • Applicants for this position must be physically and mentally fit. Prior to being hired, applicants will be required to pass a basic fitness test as part of the hiring criteria. Applicants must also pass written, oral and psychological examinations administered by the Sheriff’s Office and be able to maintain certification in CPR.