Detention Officer

Salary: $52,000.00 – $71,364.80 Annually

Position Summary:

Responsible for the control, observation, and supervision of inmates to ensure the maintenance of security, safety, operational rules, and policies of the Benton County Jail.

Essential Functions:

A. Responds to inmate concerns and medical emergencies, performs emergency first aid, operates emergency equipment, and reports to medical staff.
B. Enforces jail rules and regulations, including the disciplining of inmates.
C. Prepares and updates reports and maintains records.
D. Completes medical questionnaires to assess inmates within medical guidelines and distributes medications.
E. Maintains counts of inmates in assigned areas.
F. Searches inmates and inspects cells, recreation areas, grounds, work locations, and other activity areas for unauthorized objects or materials.
G. Operates central control, which includes, but is not limited to, monitoring radio traffic, opening facility doors, monitoring movement within the facility (inmate and staff), answering phone calls, and monitoring inmate phone use.
H. Processes the intake and release of detainees.
I. Escorts inmates and groups of inmates to work and other activities.
J. Supervises and instructs inmates on work crew activities and equipment operation.
K. Responds to safety and security incidents and other emergency situations, may require physical restraint and control of resisting and uncooperative inmates.
L. Transports and assists in the supervision of inmates outside the facility.
M. Completes safety and security checks throughout the facility.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent GED; and
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.
• Must successfully complete a background check. This includes psychological, drug, and alcohol.
• Must complete and pass pre-employment testing.
• Obtain and maintain certifications and licensures.