What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Officer [Male] position at Nicollet County?
This position is responsible for maintaining an orderly, safe, secure jail by enforcing compliance by prisoners of established rules and regulations.
This position comes with competitive pay, a pension plan for retirement, and excellent health care benefits.
In order to be considered for this position we require a High school diploma or GED equivalent. Correctional Officer experience is preferred. Must have good public relations skills and be proficient in computer operation. Good physical condition with ability to restrain combative or assaultive individuals. Ability to work well in emergency situations and under stress required. Must possess a valid driver’s license and submit to and pass a background investigation, including a physical and psychological evaluation. Must have no felony convictions.
This position comes with competitive pay, a pension plan for retirement, and excellent health care benefits.
| DUTY | FREQUENCY | BAND/GRADE |
| Maintains the care, custody, and control of jail facility inmates which includes monitoring behavior to mitigate crime, escape attempts, and/or other related activities; conducts routine rounds; conducts random drug and alcohol tests; enforces facility regulations, policies, and procedures; escorts inmates around facility; and implements defensive tactics and physical restraint to maintain safety and security if necessary. | Daily 60% | B2 |
| Completes intake procedures on incoming prisoners, including fingerprinting, photographing, inputting of data into computer, recording personal belongings, performing pat or body searches and placement into security and sleeping areas. | Daily 20% | A1 |
| Responds to prisoner health complaints including providing first aid, distributing prescriptions and making medical appointments. | Daily 10% | B2 |
| Prepares and maintains a variety of statistical and operational reports, logs, assignments, and records. | Daily 5% | A1 |
| Completes release procedures including preparing release forms and returning personal property. | Daily 5% | A1 |
| Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. | As required | N/A |
Salary : $24 - $34
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