Corrections Detention Deputy: Inmate Security & Transport

Buchanan County Sheriff's Office; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Buchanan County Sheriff's Office seeks a jail deputy to oversee inmate confinement, supervise daily activities, and monitor security. The role includes transporting inmates, documenting transfers, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Candidates must maintain firearms, taser, defensive tactics, and jail operations certifications, pass a drug screen and background check, and meet FBI/MSHP CJIS requirements. High school diploma and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a background check - no felony convictions.
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications of FBI and MSHP CJIS Security policies.
• Must pass a drug screening prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for inmate transportation and daily security observation duty.
• Provides documentation of inmate transfers, incidents, information, and any rule violations.
• Must remain certified in firearms, taser, defensive tactics, and jail operations.
• Responsible for general care and supervising the delivery of meals to inmates.
• Ensure all duties are carried out according to laws, ordinances, and policies.

Skills

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Firearms certification

Taser certification

Defensive tactics certification

Jail operations knowledge

Job description

Buchanan County Sheriff's Office seeks a jail deputy to oversee inmate confinement, supervise daily activities, and monitor security. The role includes transporting inmates, documenting transfers, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Candidates must maintain firearms, taser, defensive tactics, and jail operations certifications, pass a drug screen and background check, and meet FBI/MSHP CJIS requirements. High school diploma and US citizenship are required.