Detention Services Security Officer

Dakota County Minnesota • Hastings, MN

403d • $56,217 - $87,839

About The Position

The Detention Services Security Officer is responsible for providing building security at various judicial centers in Dakota County, Minnesota. This role involves assisting detention services deputies, performing security duties in courts, escorting prisoners, responding to emergencies, and enforcing rules and laws. The position requires working Monday to Friday with varying shift lengths, and candidates must pass a comprehensive background investigation, medical, and drug screening.

Requirements

• High School Graduation/GED AND two years of full-time work experience from any industry or employer.
• A combination of post-high school education and full-time work experience totaling two years.
• A completed 2 or 4-year degree in any field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in law enforcement or security services.
• Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide building security at the judicial center and other service centers.
• Assist detention services deputies with specific tasks to improve efficiency.
• Perform security duties in courts and escort prisoners as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and enforce rules and laws as directed.
• Conduct foot patrols and monitor door security at the facilities.
• Engage with the public and staff to maintain positive relationships.
• Observe and report building, health, and safety issues.
• Monitor activity via security cameras and respond to calls for service.
• Provide courtroom security and decorum as directed by supervisors.
• Transport prisoners to the county jail.

Benefits

• Medical (contributed to by employer)
• Dental (contributed to by employer)
• Vision
• Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care)
• Retirement-PERA pension
• 11 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Three weeks paid parental leave
• Bilingual pay
• Carry over unused flex vacation year to year
• Higher accrual rate for those with 10+ years of experience
• Facial hair and tattoos allowed, per policy
• Comprehensive Wellness Program - Peer Support Team, On-site Fitness Center, Annual Wellness Check-in, and Employee Assistance Program benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees