Civilian Corrections Officer

Wright County • Buffalo, MN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs intermediate technical work conducting activities that create and maintain a safe and secure environment for the residents of the County Jail, staff, and general public who enter the jail facility in accordance with County Jail policies and procedures and Minnesota statutes. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Corrections Sergeant.

Requirements

• Associates/Technical degree or two years of full-time work experience in a related field, such as security, military service, Case Manager/supervisor in a social/community service setting, in-person customer service/direct sales, etc., or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to pass medical evaluation, physical assessment screening, psychological evaluation, and background investigation.
• Completion of the FTO Program is required (including First Aid/CPR) within six months of employment.
• A valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is also required upon hire.
• Knowledge of the corrections field procedures and practices; knowledge of local, State, and Federal laws and regulations regulating and applicable to corrections; knowledge and understanding of Department policies, procedures, and regulations; knowledge, skills, and ability to maintain accurate and complete records, including electronic records; knowledge of first aid and emergency medical response; skill in the use of standard office equipment, including computer and software programs; verbal and written communication skills sufficient to effectively present information, respond to questions from a wide variety of audiences including individuals from diverse backgrounds, individuals not fluent in English, individuals with a wide variety of disorders, to testify in court; reading comprehension skills sufficient to read and interpret a wide variety of documents; interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange and/or convey information, receive work direction, give direction and maintain effective working relationships; ability to learn applications/systems specific to the Department; ability to use equipment used in the jail such as digital fingerprint and photo equipment, Intoxilyzer, preliminary breath tester, video and audio equipment, medical equipment, etc.; ability to perform data entry into various databases; ability to sufficiently defend self and others in a physical encounter; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to work independently with minimal supervision; ability to remain calm and handle stressful situations; ability to effectively deal with inmates, identify problem areas with inmates, take charge and de-escalate dangerous behavior; ability to pay attention to detail and effectively organize time and anticipate, plan and successfully respond to changing circumstances; ability to perform all job duties in compliance with safety guidelines and with an ongoing awareness of safety practices; ability to communicate courteously and professionally while maintaining positive working relationships with others when carrying out all job functions.

Responsibilities

• Performs booking, receiving, and processing of inmates.
• Performs inmate release activities.
• Supervises all inmate activities/movement while staying alert to any potential security risks, disruptions, security breaches, and unusual behavior; maintains order within the unit assigned, ensuring rules are followed and inmates are safe.
• Ensures overall facility security by monitoring, conducting various checks, operating security control equipment, and responding appropriately.
• Maintains electronic and paper records including daily logs of jail activities, medical services and fees, written reports, and bail bond records; enters information into appropriate databases and systems.
• Responds to emergency situations within the jail such as fights, disturbances, medical situations, fire alarms, and other emergency calls and directs inmates, visitors, and other staff; provides backup to other correctional and patrol officers in critical incidents.
• Administers jail visitor procedures; assists the public by providing information and answering questions; identifies, searches, and runs warrant checks on inmate visitors; accepts bail bonds and ensures that bondsmen are on the State approved list.
• Assists in providing training to new Civilian Corrections Officers.
• Performs other duties and activities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree