Corrections Officer: Secure, Calm, Impactful Service

Aitkin County; Aitkin (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aitkin County is seeking a Corrections Officer to maintain jail security and supervise inmates according to policies and procedures. The role includes escorting inmates, processing bookings, and ensuring medical needs are met with proper documentation.

The position requires flexibility to work rotating shifts, ability to restrain inmates if necessary, and adherence to confidentiality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED; corrections experience is desirable but not required.
• Must have excellent verbal communication skills and be able to hear radio communications.
• Ability to work independently and remain calm and professional; may need to restrain inmates.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmates to maintain jail safety and order; escort inmates; enforce rules and regulations.
• Perform prisoner bookings, fingerprinting, photos, medical info, and property inventories; manage inmate ledgers and fees.
• Provide daily inmate care, meals, medical referrals, and medication dispensing; may transport prisoners.
• Operate jail control center, intercoms, radios, doors, and security elevators; document calls and provide dispatch backup.
• Maintain jail and inmate documentation per data practices laws.
• May perform STS Crew Leader duties to meet court-ordered service obligations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Independent work

Calm under pressure

Physical restraint

Shift flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

County Payroll Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Jail/Dispatch Software

Intercom / Security Systems

Job description

Aitkin County is seeking a Corrections Officer to maintain jail security and supervise inmates according to policies and procedures. The role includes escorting inmates, processing bookings, and ensuring medical needs are met with proper documentation.

The position requires flexibility to work rotating shifts, ability to restrain inmates if necessary, and adherence to confidentiality and safety standards.