Correctional Officers

Minnehaha County•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Correctional Officers to maintain safety and security within their correctional facility. The office is expanding its facility and will be adding staff as new areas open to support growing operations. New hire classes will start throughout 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one year of relevant work experience. Comparable combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Must pass a written examination.
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record with Minnehaha County.
Must successfully complete pre-employment background process.
Ability to make appropriate decisions quickly and with tact and impartiality.
Ability to learn and apply the policies and procedures of law enforcement operations.
Must maintain ability to be a credible witness in court.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Nice To Haves

An associate's or bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field.
Experience working in corrections.
Knowledge of legal terminology.

Responsibilities

Perform inmate head counts, cell checks, and searches.
Monitor, log, and supervise inmate movement, recreation, visitations, cleaning, laundry, and security checks.
Receive and release inmates by completing paperwork, fingerprinting, photographing, data entry, and conducting checks for outstanding warrants, protection orders, etc.
Log and manage inmate property, money, and supplies.
Exercise appropriate use of force and self-defense tactics to restrain disorderly inmates and deescalate volatile situations.
Operate and maintain radios, telephones, and other communication equipment.
Operate doors and intercoms and perform security checks of the perimeter, buildings, and grounds.
Answer phones and assist callers with questions and concerns.
Answer inmate questions and concerns and assist inmates with paperwork as necessary.
Prepare and complete reports.

Benefits

Great wages
Regular opportunities for pay increases
Retention bonus
Night shift differential
Bilingual pay
Paid training (11 weeks classroom and on-the-job)
Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
Certifications in Crisis Intervention Training, CPR & First Aid, National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Terminal Operator, National Incident Management System (NIMS), Pepper Spray, Criminal Justice Information Service (CJIS), and Defensive Tactics - Law Enforcement Krav Maga.
Possible future certifications in PepperBall, Pistol, and Taser 10.
Annual mental health visits
Additional sessions offered by the County for officers and family members
Access to financial resources, legal advisors, work and lifestyle support, and educational resources.
Onsite workout facility
Gym reimbursement
Wellness challenges
Health and fitness education
Generous PTO
Extended Sick Leave
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Retirement through state pension plan (lifetime income)