Detention Deputy (On-Site)

County of Anoka; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Pension plan

Medical insurance

Flexible holidays

Job summary

County of Anoka seeks a Detention Deputy for the Anoka County Jail to oversee inmate supervision, maintain security, and enforce facility rules. The role is on-site with weekend/holiday requirements and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Starting pay is $72,716.80 with a structured pay scale up to $102,107.20. The county provides health, dental, vision insurance, a pension plan, and advancement opportunities within Anoka County.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent education.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to credibly testify in a court of law.
• Must undergo and pass a thorough physical and psychological examination and successfully complete a background investigation.
• Secondary education in corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, behavioral/social science or related field is preferred.
• Evidence-Based Practice Corrections Professional Certification from an accredited school is preferred.
• Experience using de-escalation techniques in a work setting is preferred.
• CPR principles, procedures and techniques knowledge is preferred.
• Advanced First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise jail inmates and related activities.
• Maintain security and safety of facilities, inmates and employees by means of surveillance.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, doors and security controls.
• Interact with inmates by enforcing rules and facility regulations; conduct inmate counts and searches; prevent contraband and weapons from entering facilities.
• Respond to emergencies such as disturbances, fires, escape attempts, contraband recovery, medical situations and restore order.
• Mediate conflicts among inmates and housing units; de-escalate tense situations.
• Handle intake and release of inmates.
• Obtain pertinent information and proper credentials from arresting or escorting officers.
• Supervise recreational and visiting periods.
• Identify and monitor at-risk inmates with mental illness or substance issues.
• Provide supervision during court appearances.
• Prepare written reports and logs of activities.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Secondary education in corrections/Law enforcement (preferred)

Evidence-Based Practice Corrections Certification (preferred)

Advanced First Aid certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Posting End Date: October 27, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $72,716.80 ($34.96 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

Position Description

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office mission is to protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust. The department has an immediate opening for Detention Deputy who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include managing inmate behavior through direct supervision and providing a secure, safe and humane confinement.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position.

Pay & Benefits

Typical starting salary $72,716.80 ($34.96 per hour).

Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 2106: $72,716.80 to $102,107.20 ($34.96 to $49.09 per hour).

Lateral wage consideration for experienced candidates.

24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits

Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

This position will work at Anoka County Jail, located at 325 East Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303.

The Anoka County Jail is a 24/7 facility. Detention Deputy schedules include weekends and holidays.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Detention Deputy.

• Monitor and supervise jail inmates and related activities.
• Maintain security and safety of facilities, inmates and employees by means of surveillance.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, doors and security controls.
• Interact with inmates by enforcing rules and facility regulations. Conduct inmate counts and searches. Prevent the introduction of contraband and weapons into facilities.
• Respond to and assess emergencies such as disturbances among inmates, fires, escape attempts, contraband recovery, medical situations and restore order and security.
• Mediate conflicts among inmates and housing units. Diffuse emotional inmates and deescalate tension in housing units.
• Handle intake and release of inmates.
• Obtain pertinent information, necessary documentation and proper credentials from arresting or escorting officer prior to receiving or releasing inmates.
• Supervise recreational and visiting periods.
• Identify and monitor at risk inmates with mental illness, alcoholism or drug addiction.
• Provide supervision of inmates during court appearances.
• Prepare written reports and logs activities.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent education.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to credibly testify in a court of law.
• Must undergo, and pass, a thorough physical and psychological examination and successfully complete a background investigation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Secondary education in corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, behavioral/social science or related field.
• Evidence-Based Practice Corrections Professional Certification from an accredited school.
• Experience using de-escalation techniques in a work setting.
• Previous work-related experience.
• Knowledge of CPR principles, procedures and techniques.
• Possess an Advanced First Aid certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

NOTE: Applicants are NOT required to be certified by the Minnesota Peace Officer's Standard Board.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

Standard office environment, correctional and detention institutions, field offices, courtrooms, offender'/clients' homes, hospitals and schools, and various community settings depending on assignment.

Work activities may involve contact with, and the supervision of juveniles or adults charged with major or minor criminal offenses, and/or individuals who may be hostile, dangerous, threatening, armed, and aggressive and/or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Consequently, some assignments may encounter stressful and physically threatening situations.

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the abili