Detention Deputy: Secure Jail Oversight & Inmate Care

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

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.