Detention Officer

Aberdeen, SD
Brown County Sheriff

Salary: $21.29/hour.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the safety and security of inmates, staff, and visitors at the county jail. An incumbent in this position may be designated “Senior Detention Officer.

Essential Functions:

  • Makes rounds of the jail to maintain security; checks locks, fences, alarms, and other security devices; monitors and searches inmates and cells for contraband and security violations.
  • Performs inmate count procedures and maintains related records.
  • Searches inmates upon arrival; documents inmate property; issues inmate uniforms; fingerprints and photographs inmates.
  • Transports inmates to and from court, medical appointments, and other appointments.
  • Operates control room; monitors security cameras; locks and unlocks doors.
  • Prepares required logs and reports.
  • Serves inmate meals and administers medications.
  • Opens and inspects inmate mail.
  • Prepares paperwork related to inmate release.
  • Oversees inmate visitations.
  • Supervises inmate recreation activities.
  • Monitors inmate medical condition and movement.
  • Repairs and/or reports maintenance issues.
  • Supervises inmates during meals, personal hygiene, and related activities for compliance with institutional rules, regulations, and procedures.
  • Provides for security at the county courthouse as assigned; screens visitors for weapons and contraband; escorts inmates to and from court; provides security during court; ensures that all doors are locked at the end of shift.
  • Performs GPS/Drug Patch Officer duties as assigned; performs UA/PBT tests; assigns and monitors GPS units; collects all related fees; maintains related records.
  • Performs related duties.

Requirements:

  • Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
  • Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
  • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of South Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.