Part-Time Jailer

Fillmore County•Preston, MN

About The Position

The Jailer supervises and supports the well-being of inmates at the Fillmore County Jail, maintains security, and completes booking, release, recordkeeping, and required reporting procedures. The role includes transporting prisoners, coordinating with jail and contracted service providers, distributing meals and medications, and responding to medical, mental health, behavioral, and other emergencies. Jailers also operate the jail’s Master Control security system, assist dispatch when staffing permits, conduct assessments and tests, and perform some facility maintenance. Employees may be called upon to perform a variety of duties as part of their role with the County.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Current Minnesota driver's license.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to use computer software and applications.
Knowledge of County Jail regulations and general aptitude for dealing with prisoners.
Knowledge of first aid and skill in applying it.
Knowledge of custodial care and the rights of prisoners.
Ability to use de-escalation techniques to calm conflict and prevent escalation.
Ability to handle critical situations calmly.
Within six months of hire, obtain Taser, Use of Force, and First Aid/CPR training or certifications.
Obtain training and maintain proficiency in assisting dispatch during emergencies, including paging ambulance and fire services, radio communication, and answering 911 calls.
Obtain training and maintain proficiency in operating the Master Control security management system.

Responsibilities

Supervise inmates and support their well-being while maintaining jail security regulations.
Complete booking and release procedures for incoming and outgoing persons.
Periodically inspect cells for well-being checks, vandalism, and other problems.
Explain rules and regulations to inmates and help address problems that arise.
Participate in program planning with the jail administrator, probation officer, CD counselor, and volunteers.
Manage inmate records in computer programs and maintain logs of inmate activity as required.
Transport prisoners to and from facilities, court, and medical appointments.
Submit predatory offender packets for required individuals who are incarcerated or members of the public.
Transport and distribute meals to prisoners.
Perform facility maintenance, including work on plumbing, locks, and lights.
Comply with PREA standards.
Assist inmates experiencing medical or mental health distress and distribute medications.
Intervene in emergencies, including fights, suicide attempts, and medical emergencies.
Assist dispatch during emergencies when jail staffing permits and minimum staffing requirements remain met.
Operate the Master Control security management system to control secure doors and lights and monitor jail security cameras.
Perform medical assessments of newly admitted inmates, including reviewing medical history, current health concerns, and medications.
Consult contracted medical staff about medical issues and make decisions when staff are unavailable and a callback is pending.
Review and verify medications, complete Medication Administration Records (MARS), contact pharmacies to verify and renew prescriptions, and relay medication problems to medical staff.
Follow MARS and distribute medications daily, ensuring they are taken properly and not manipulated.
Perform mental health assessments and refer inmates who do not pass assessments to mental health staff.
Provide first aid, CPR, and other lifesaving assistance to inmates during emergencies until first responders arrive.
Supervise suicidal, mentally ill, and behaviorally challenged inmates and provide recommendations to relevant counselors, officers, treatment providers, and medical and mental health staff.
Perform urine analysis tests on inmates and probation clients.
Perform civil fingerprinting for the public.
Develop and maintain working knowledge of applicable departmental and County policies and procedures and comply with them.
Demonstrate service, excellence, and integrity; maintain cooperative working relationships; keep the immediate supervisor informed of important matters; and represent Fillmore County professionally.