FT Correctional Officer I

h2About the Department/h2pThe Correctional Officer I is responsible for the security, health, welfare and safety of inmates in the County's jail facility, and the effective delivery of correctional services through the observance of all federal and state laws, county ordinances, correctional policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Responsibilities may include supervising inmates and enforcing rules and regulations to ensure the security of assigned area and personnel; performing well-being checks; searching cells and inmates; performing booking and release duties; and recording medical information; maintaining applicable documents. Incumbents of this position may be relied upon for providing credible and effective testimony in court and elsewhere. It is of utmost importance that persons in this position conduct themselves in a manner both at work and outside of work in a manner that does not cause concern regarding their ability to be able to provide credible and effective testimony./ph2Position Duties/h2pstrongCorrections: /strongbrul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"liSupervise inmates, perform well-being checks, administer medication, search cells and inmates and enforce rules and regulations to ensure safety and security of assigned area and personnel./liliRespond to medical emergencies within the facility./liliMust be able to keep accurate logs and update files./liliBook and release inmates; screen inmates for behaviors, attitudes, and interests and record medical information and property brought into the jail facility./liliConduct daily indiscriminate strip searches of work release inmates upon return from work./liliMonitor volunteers that come in to provide activities for the inmates./liliSee to the daily needs of the inmates./liliCan be a bailiff for court at times and make occasional transports./liliReceive training in federal, state and local laws as they apply in law enforcement and detention facilities, including federal and state correction standards./liliPredatory Offender Registration Checks/liliMiscellaneous duties as apparent or assigned by supervisory staff./li/ulstrongOther duties as assigned or apparent:/strongbrul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"liAttend trainings and maintain professional knowledge./liliComplete all required online and in-person training./liliResponsible to read, acknowledge and comply with the jail policies contained in the Policy Manual and any revisions made to it./li/ul/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2pstrongEducation: /strongbrul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"liMinimum qualification is a combination of high school diploma and preferred 2 or more years of related experience./liliObtain all required Correctional Officer State Licenses/Certifications within 12 months of position hire date./li/ulstrongstrongRequirements: /strong/strongbrul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"liMust possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota./liliSuccessful completion of background check and criminal history review./liliFirst Responder (48 hours)/liliFirst Responder Refresher Course every two years (16 hours)/liliBCA Teletype Certification (24 hours)/liliBCA Re-Certification test every two years/liliDefensive Tactics yearly (4 hours)/liliUse of Force training yearly (4 hours)/liliTaser Training yearly (I hour)/liliMedication Distribution Training (8 hours)/liliMedication Re-Certification every two years (2 hours)/liliPrison Rape Elimination Act training/liliRestraint Chair Training (annually)/liliFEMA Emergency Preparedness training every 2 years (8 hours)/liliArmer Radio Training./li/ul/ph2Other Qualifications/h2pul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liAbility to exhibit mature judgment, imagination, initiative and problem-solving skills in dealing with inmates./liliMust be knowledgeable in all county and jail policies, procedures and operations./liliMust be proficient in the use of the jail and State computer systems./liliAbility to deal with inmates with tact and impartiality./liliAbility to react effectively in emergency and stressful situations./liliAbility to follow written and verbal instructions./liliAbility to effectively communicate verbally and to write factual reports./liliAbility to perform work requiring good physical condition and mental stability to work in an environment that has the constant potential and exposure to risks of serious injury and exposures to contagious diseases./liliAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, law enforcement, other agencies and the public./liliAbility to develop skill in the use and care of county equipment used in the jail system./liliAbility to maintain a professional attitude and poise when challenged, threatened or responding to assaultive inmates or situations./liliKnowledge of the criminal justice system. nbsp;/liliAbility to work autonomously and make critical decisions in a short time period. nbsp;/liliAbility to work with a diverse and sometimes adversarial/resistive offender population. nbsp;/liliExcellent oral and written communication skills to speak in public, testify in court, and write clear and concise reports. nbsp;/liliAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others./li/ulstrongPhysical Demands and Working Conditions:/strongul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liRequires incumbent to work inside, in confined areas, on uneven ground, alone, with and around inmates and coworkers, and have contact with the public./liliIncumbent may be exposed to biohazardous wastes and materials, dust, dirt, fumes, gases, chemicals, noise, excessive noise, infectious disease, pressurized equipment, explosive materials, heat, cold, and wetness./liliActivities that occur continuously are talking, smelling, hearing, communicating verbally, and using effective interpersonal skills./liliActivities that occur frequently include sitting, standing, walking, ascending and descending staircases, pushing, carrying and lifting weight up to 20 pounds, communicating in writing, and using effective time management skills./liliActivities that occur occasionally include bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, crouching, kneeling, pulling, reaching straight, above and below shoulder level with both shoulders individually or at the same time, using near/far vision, depth perception, accommodation and color vision, problem solving, using analytical ability, organizational skills, concentrating, using creativity, and working with interruptions./liliActivities that occur infrequently include carrying and lifting weight from 20 to over 75 pounds. Incumbent must be able to drag or carry 120 pounds or more and have ability to run or jog./liliExposure to angry, impaired or potentially violent individuals./liliTravel to meetings, trainings and conducting transporting inmates involves driving and its hazards./li/ulstrongPay:/strongulliEntry hourly hiring range is $25.79 to $28.91, DOQ./liliEarning potential of up to $36.34 per hour, DOQ./liliAdditional shift differential pay./lili12 hour rotating shifts allows 7 out of 14 days off./lili12 paid holidays./li/ulpstrongnbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer/strong/p/p