Corrections Officer: Secure Facility & Inmate Care

Codington County Sheriff's Office; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Codington County Sheriff's Office in Watertown, SD is seeking a Corrections Officer for the County Jail. The role focuses on safe operation of the detention center, managing inmates, and processing legal paperwork under the supervision of the Chief Corrections Officer and Sheriff.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to obtain jailer training within 12 months of hire; no felony record is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain one week jailer training within 12 months of hire.
• No prior felony conviction.
• Knowledge of detention facilities, codes and applicable statutes or ability to learn.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Professional relationship with inmates, the public and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records related to legal process.
• Fingerprint and photograph inmates.
• Issue jail clothing, bedding, and hygiene items.
• Check inmates on a regular basis.
• Assist in jail safety and security procedures.
• Deliver meals to inmates.
• Disperse medications as directed by medical staff.
• Supervise daily inmate exercise and recreation.
• Assist in assigning inmates to work details.
• Document incidents and complete reports.
• Testify in court as required.
• Collect money and fees; enforce jail rules.
• Attend training sessions and meetings.

Skills

Good communication

Professionalism

Stress handling

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Codington County Sheriff's Office in Watertown, SD is seeking a Corrections Officer for the County Jail. The role focuses on safe operation of the detention center, managing inmates, and processing legal paperwork under the supervision of the Chief Corrections Officer and Sheriff.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to obtain jailer training within 12 months of hire; no felony record is required.