Correctional Officer

Job Duties

The St. Louis County Jail Division (located in Northern Minnesota) hires permanent full-time Correctional Officers. These positions entail shift work (meaning days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays).

An employee in this class is responsible for monitoring and directing the day-to-day activities of the inmates, according to State and local policies and procedures. Duties include processing admissions and releases; maintaining security; directing inmates; assisting with medical services; documenting jail records; submitting reports as required; and operating computers and other electronic devices, fire and life safety equipment, security equipment and other jail related equipment as necessary. The employee is also responsible for the custody and care of the inmates while transporting them to and from their places of custody and confinement. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Minimum Experience Required

A valid driver's license is required for this position. No prior training in corrections is necessary, we train all new hires in our own academy right in the jail.

Shift

Other

Number of Openings

Compensation

$27.45 - $33.50 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

Prior experience in corrections, group homes or security may qualify candidates for higher starting wages up to $33.50 / hr, dependent upon on years of paid verifiable experience.

There are premiums for hours worked in the evening and night along with premiums for working on the contracted holidays.

Postal Code

55806

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1626

Job Type

Full Time

Job Benefits

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