Correctional Officer: Safety & Inmate Care

Kandiyohi County; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Kandiyohi County in Willmar, MN seeks a Corrections Officer to ensure security, health, welfare and safety of inmates in the county jail. You will supervise inmates, conduct screenings, enforce rules, and coordinate movements to courts, medical facilities or community services.

Requires high school diploma or GED; CPR/First Aid certs may be required; shifts vary including evenings and overnights; pass a background check and be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees care, custody and control of inmates during transport to courts and medical facilities.
• Screens and assesses inmate behavior and custody classifications at intake and during incarceration.
• Conducts well-being checks and provides emergency first aid as needed.
• Performs inmate and cell searches, vehicle inspections and shakedowns for contraband.
• Supervises inmate activities, enforces facility rules and refers inmates to services.
• Maintains records and reports such as rosters, time sheets and booking forms.

Skills

State and Federal laws

Court and Probation Rules

Report writing

Communication skills

De-escalation and safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Kandiyohi County in Willmar, MN seeks a Corrections Officer to ensure security, health, welfare and safety of inmates in the county jail. You will supervise inmates, conduct screenings, enforce rules, and coordinate movements to courts, medical facilities or community services.

Requires high school diploma or GED; CPR/First Aid certs may be required; shifts vary including evenings and overnights; pass a background check and be authorized to work in the United States.