Correctional Officer Jobs

Job Summary

Carries out established jail procedures and activities in a manner which will ensure the security and wellbeing of the inmates.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, or the equivalent;
• First Aid and Emergency Medical skills or ability to receive within six months of employment
• Proficient recordkeeping, computer data entry, and office equipment skills
• Valid Driver's license

Examples of Duties

• Monitoring of inmates overall well-being, including mental health
• Inmate medication management
• Monitoring of jail facility and inmates providing a clean, safe, and secure environment
• Administration of CPR/First aid to inmates as necessary
• Perform/assist with booking procedures of inmates
• Safety and security of inmate and other personnel (Ex: while in court, visiting with doctors, attending church services, ect..)

Hours: 40 hours/week

Compensation And Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $21.57-$27.90 per hour, depending on experience. This position is eligible for a wide range of competitive benefits, including state pension plan, vacation time, sick time, personal and holiday leave time in accordance with their specific union contract. In addition, the position is eligible for the County's cafeteria health plan, consisting of three health plans and carrier options; Dental, Vision, and Life insurance; Health Savings and Flexible Spending accounts; Long-term and Short-Term Disability; Supplemental Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness plans; and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The County contributes monthly health benefits to aide in the rising of insurance costs with the contribution rate evaluated annually. Additionally, employees have the option to take part of this contribution as cash in lieu of benefits.

Application and Selection Process

This position is open until filled with first review of applicants July 21, 2023. Applications will be reviewed weekly at minimum. Upon review of application, selected candidates will be contacted directly with the next steps in our hiring process. Apply online at the Becker County website: www.co.applicantstack.com/x/openings.For more information, please contact Becker County's Human Resources department: (218) 846-7309.

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