Corrections Officer — Inmate Safety & Security

National Police; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

National Police in Long Prairie, Minnesota is seeking a Jail Officer to help maintain a secure environment for inmates and staff. The role involves processing inmates into the jail, verifying charges, and coordinating with the Jail Administrator on inmate status.

The position requires a GED or high school diploma, CPR/First Aid within 3 months, CJIS certification within 6 months, and a valid driver's license. Strong communication, teamwork, and decision-making under stress are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR/First aid training within 3 months.
• CJIS certification within 6 months.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or access to transportation.

Responsibilities

• Process inmates into the jail, including booking, fingerprinting, photographing.
• Ensure the inmate being admitted to the jail is held under a valid charge.
• Inform the Jail Administrator of new inmates and their status.
• Releasing inmates after the completion of sentence, court authorization, or other administrative decision authorized by law.
• Conduct inmate security inspections as governed by policy.
• Inspect inmate mail in accordance with regulations.
• Provide for inmate needs, requests, telephone calls, purchases of canteen items, etc.
• Keep cells and areas of access to inmates clear of objects that could injure staff or inmates.
• Conduct unscheduled cell searches for contraband.
• Safely escorts inmates to and from court facility; provide meals and maintain sanitary food service area.
• Maintain clean and sanitary cellblocks and other areas accessible to inmates.
• Report maintenance concerns to the Jail Administrator.
• Enter records into internal computer.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Decision making under stress

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First aid within 3 months

CJIS certification within 6 months

Driver’s license

Tools

Windows-based software

Radio communications

Telecommunications devices

Job description

National Police in Long Prairie, Minnesota is seeking a Jail Officer to help maintain a secure environment for inmates and staff. The role involves processing inmates into the jail, verifying charges, and coordinating with the Jail Administrator on inmate status.

The position requires a GED or high school diploma, CPR/First Aid within 3 months, CJIS certification within 6 months, and a valid driver's license. Strong communication, teamwork, and decision-making under stress are essential.