Correctional Officer - Eligibility List

Correctional Officer

The Correctional Officer maintains the health, safety and security of all personnel and inmates within the facility. Ensures safety and security of inmates and members of the public when transporting inmates to court or a medical facility, as well as ensuring the safety and security of the facility.

Complete 2025 pay scale is $24.02-$31.42 / hr. This position is covered under the Teamsters - Jail bargaining unit.

This posting will be used as an eligibility list to fill future vacancies as they become available.

The Correctional Officer participates in daily operations of the jail; monitors inmates within the jail facility and directs their activities; ensures well-being of inmates in posted area. Checks cell blocks and interacts with inmates in the different housing units; ensures all inmates have access to meals; ensures that inmates have personal hygiene items; stocks and accounts for all clothing and supplies. Observes inmates for symptoms of health problems and notifies medical staff with appropriate urgency for further assessment. Dispenses prescribed medications at scheduled times under the direction of medical staff and ensures medication is taken; completes medication records.

Conducts inspections of posted areas for maintenance and / or security issues; conducts searches of inmate cells or common areas to detect and confiscate contraband. Performs inmate counts at beginning and end of shift. Performs required checks and documentation on inmates determined to be security or suicide risk and in segregation. Performs regularly scheduled well-being checks to ensure health and safety of inmates.

Provides supervision of all inmates; handles inmate questions, concerns, complaints, grievances, and violations. Orients inmates on procedures, schedules, and expected behavior within the facility. Provides direction to inmates on work assignments, such as laundry or cleaning. Completes all shift log activity and required documentation related to activities including incident reports, disciplinary actions, etc.

Uses interpersonal skills to build rapport with inmates as a means of gaining cooperation and limiting aggression; intervenes in disputes among inmates; uses physical restraint when necessary to prevent injury; relocates inmates within the facility to avoid repeat of confrontations. Responds to and assists other officers during critical situations; may be required to testify in court regarding observations and / or the content of conversations.

Provides security and monitors movement for the jail by controlling the entrances and exits to the outer and inner perimeter of the jail. Operates security doors from a master control location with video and voice communication; controls access to gym and recreation areas; monitors Officer locations at all times; controls phone communications; coordinates emergency response to the facility; monitors access to the facility by family or other visitors, and monitors visits to prevent introduction of contraband. Provides escort to visiting clergy or attorneys.

Performs proper and proficient use of all safety, security, and emergency equipment. Participates in ongoing mandatory training and staff meetings and provides suggestions for improvements in operations and policies.

Interviews new arrivals; enters data into the computer; checks background of inmate; classifies the inmate on a preliminary basis and determines the degree of security required; determines whether the inmate is under a physician ordered treatment plan, including prescribed medications; verifies medications; notifies medical personnel of conditions and prescriptions for further assessment.

Screens inmates on arrival at the facility and determines whether they can be admitted, whether they need immediate medical attention, or would pose a threat to others in the facility. Searches inmates, secures and logs all cash and personal property; photographs and fingerprints new arrivals; may obtain urine samples and operate / take preliminary breath tester (PBT).

Introduces inmates to counseling opportunities, such as drug or alcohol programs; announces programs for training, education, recreation, or counseling, and moves inmates to the program area if they participate.

Transports prisoners to and from various detention or medical facilities, to court, on authorized leaves for funerals or other special furloughs, or to transfer custody to an authorized third party. Follows security protocol while in transit.

Collects / secures / logs bond or bail.

High school diploma or GED and two years of experience working in a role that requires interaction with others, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Class D Driver's License.

Must successfully complete a criminal history background check.

Candidates will be selected based on a review of training and experience. Top candidates will be invited to participate in oral interviews.

Initial screening / oral interview

Background check including a criminal history check

Pre-employment physical / medical examination

Psychological evaluation

Permanent part-time employees are eligible to earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick time benefits.

Insurance benefits become effective the first day of the month following the month of hire. Further details and a complete copy of the applicable contract / policy language are available at the time an employment offer is extended. If you have any questions about the benefits, please contact the Administrative Services Office at hr@millelacs.mn.gov.

Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Benefits Provided Employees fall under the General, Police & Fire, or Correctional defined benefit plan depending on their position. PERA rates and handbooks available on-line : http : / / www.mnpera.org Contribution amounts are based on the employee's pay each pay period.

Paid Time Off Holidays : Full-time employees have approximately 14.5 paid holidays per year, including floating holidays, subject to the terms of the Personnel Policy or Collective Bargaining Agreement as applicable. Vacation : Full-time employees earn 11 to 23 days per year, depending on tenure. Part-time employees earn pro-rated accruals. Sick Time : Full-time employees accrue 12 sick days per year. Part-Time employees earn pro-rated accruals.

Medical Insurance Employees have three (3) medical insurance plans to choose from, within three (3) different networks. The rates shown are effective 1 / 1 / 2024 through 12 / 31 / 2024.

Dental Insurance There is no cost to employee for single coverage. Family coverage costs the employee $74.22 per month.

Vision Insurance Vision coverage is available and paid for by the employee at the following monthly rates :

Employee Only - $5.85

Employee + Spouse - $11.69

Employee + Children - $11.31

Family - $18.35

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's) Available Plan options include medical and dependent care FSAs, as well as a premium only plan (pre-tax deduction of medical and dental premiums). These amounts cannot be changed during the year unless there is a qualifying life event. All funds must be used by claims deadline.

FSA Medical / Health max election of $3,050 per year

Limited Purpose FSA max election of $3,050 per year (used when you also have a H.S.A. Can only be used for vision, dental or orthodontia expenses).

FSA Dependent Care max election of $5,000 per year per family ($2,500 if married and filing separately)

Deferred Compensation Program Available Deferred Compensation Plans are available through Nationwide : https : / / www.nrsforu.com / rsc-web-preauth / index.html

Life Insurance There is no cost to the employee for $15,000 in basic life insurance coverage. Rates for voluntary additional coverage for employee or spouse vary according to age category :

Age of Employee Or Spouse Employee Monthly Cost Per $1,000

Under age 35 .06

35-39 .10

40-44 .12

45-49 .17

50-54 .25

55-59 .45

60-64 .68

65-69 1.29

70-74 2.08

Dependent Life & Child Life Insurance Packages Available Child life is available as a $10,000 policy on each child; the cost is $1.30 per month. Dependent care is available as a $2,500 policy on all tax dependents; the cost is $0.66 per month.

Long-term Disability Insurance Plan Available Rates vary according to age and coverage amount.

Age Price per Month / Per $100 Monthly Benefit

Under age 25 .26

25-29 .33