26-23 Correctional Officer - Male

Brookingscountysd; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

12-hour shift schedule

Job summary

Brookings County is seeking a Corrections Officer to supervise inmates in the Detention Center, ensure daily operations run smoothly, and assist with inmate transport and safety. The role requires attention to procedures, documentation, and communication with staff and authorities.

The position features twelve‑hour shifts with rotation, the potential for evening or night coverage, and a full benefits package. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid SD driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of law enforcement principles, procedures, codes, and statutes.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and multi-line systems.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Valid South Dakota driver’s license is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well‑being of inmates in the Detention Center.
• Transport inmates as needed and follow detention center procedures.
• Record keeping and processing of inmate information and transportation details.
• Disperse medications per medical instructions and maintain sanitation.
• Respond to inquiries and maintain professional relationships with staff and the public.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Effective communication

Driver’s license

Security operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

College or vocational training preferred

Correctional officer training preferred

Job description

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Posting Type: Internal & Open Announcement

Starting Wage:$25.63/hour

Full Time Position with Full Benefits Package

Job Title: Correctional Officer - Male

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Wage Grade:6

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

General Statement of Duties

The fundamental reason this position exists is to perform duties assigned in the areas of the legal process to include: direct supervision and well being of prisoners in the Detention Center, ensures that all Detention Center procedures are carefully followed and monitored. Resolves prisoner complaints/requests within procedural guidelines. Transports prisoners as required and other Detention Center duties as assigned.

Note—It is the primary responsibility that all Correctional Officers ensure that the Detention Center is operating in a peaceful manner and that physical confrontation with inmates is a real possibility on any given day to ensure proper operations.

Note—Current schedule consists of twelve hour shifts, requiring staff to work an average of fourteen days a month. Every other Friday, Saturday and Sunday off. Twelve hour shifts rotate every two months – two months of days and two months of nights.

Examples of Duties

• Assist with the supervision, security, and conduct of inmates at the County Correctional Detention Center including the supervision of inmates during transport to other facilities or services.
• Assist in all operations of control of the detention center.
• Admit and release prisoners to include searching inmates and property and making inventory of the personal property of the prisoners.
• Book and discharge inmates; issue clothing and supplies to new inmates; arrange for inmate transportation, if necessary; maintain inmate and detention records.
• Fingerprint and photograph inmates; type FBI and DCI fingerprint cards.
• Classify incoming inmates and place them in proper cells.
• Deliver meals and assist in meal preparation.
• Disperse medication to prisoners as directed by a medical professional.
• Assist in the cleaning of the jail areas. Ensure that cells, facilities, and grounds are kept sanitary.
• Assist with computer jail entries.
• Check on inmates on a routine and regular basis.
• Assist in jail safety and security procedures to include the control of weapons, contraband, keys, tools, doors, and other related safety and security precautions.
• Oversee the inmate’s daily exercise and recreation routine.
• Promote acceptable attitudes and behaviors of inmates to assist them in adjusting to a confinement setting.
• Respond to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Correctional Facility policies within the constraints of Department regulations.
• Operate equipment and utilize teletype communications.
• Testify in court and before County Commission.
• Attend training sessions and meetings as required.
• Perform work in a manner consistent with safe practices.
• Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with the general public and other employees.
• Perform other such duties and functions as assigned and necessary to the proper performance of the position.

QUALIFICATION FOR APPOINTMENT

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and procedures, codes, laws, and statutes of law enforcement and security operations.
• Demonstrated ability to operate department including but not limited to multi-line telephones, computers, fax machines and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Possession of a valid South Dakota driver’s license.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate.
• The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to employee’s own body weight.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to work odd shifts, holidays and during emergencies.
• Ability to work as needed and to be available for on-call shifts.

Education

• Graduation from high school or GED
• One (1) year of college or vocational training preferred and/or previous correctional officer training preferred;

Experience

• Certification by the SD Law Enforcement Academy and/or one (1) year law enforcement experience preferred
• OR
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience as is acceptable to the hiring authority.