Detention Center Security Officer

Brown County; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown County seeks a Senior Detention Officer to oversee the safety and security of inmates, staff, and visitors at the county jail. This role involves rounds, counts, searches, transports, and supervision to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

You will operate the control room, monitor cameras, prepare logs, and assist with court security and inmate movements. Strong observation, reporting, and communication skills are essential to maintain order and protect the public.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of inmate supervision and discipline principles.
• Knowledge of departmental and county policies and procedures and federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of building security principles.

Responsibilities

• Makes rounds of the jail to maintain security; checks locks, fences, alarms, and other security devices; monitors and searches inmates and cells for contraband and security violations.
• Performs inmate count procedures and maintains related records.
• Searches inmates upon arrival; documents inmate property; issues inmate uniforms; fingerprints and photographs inmates.
• Transports inmates to and from court, medical appointments, and other appointments.
• Operates control room; monitors security cameras; locks and unlocks doors.
• Prepares required logs and reports.
• Serves inmate meals and administers medications.
• Opens and inspects inmate mail.
• Prepares paperwork related to inmate release.
• Oversees inmate visitations.
• Supervises inmate recreation activities.
• Monitors inmate medical condition and movement.
• Repairs and/or reports maintenance issues.
• Supervises inmates during meals, personal hygiene, and related activities for compliance with institutional rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Provides for security at the county courthouse as assigned; screens visitors for weapons and contraband; escorts inmates to and from court; provides security during court; ensures that all doors are locked at the end of shift.
• Performs GPS/Drug Patch Officer duties as assigned; performs UA/PBT tests; assigns and monitors GPS units; collects all related fees; maintains related records.
• Performs related duties.

Skills

Inmate supervision

Security procedures

Report writing

Communication skills

Discipline principles

Education

High school diploma

Apprenticeship/internship or 1-2 years similar position

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Brown County seeks a Senior Detention Officer to oversee the safety and security of inmates, staff, and visitors at the county jail. This role involves rounds, counts, searches, transports, and supervision to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

You will operate the control room, monitor cameras, prepare logs, and assist with court security and inmate movements. Strong observation, reporting, and communication skills are essential to maintain order and protect the public.