Detention Officer

Jackson County Missouri; United States; On-site; USD 23,412 - 33,344; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jackson County Missouri is seeking a Corrections Officer to provide security for inmates at the Jackson County Detention Center and to follow established procedures. The role may involve different posts, areas, and shifts, with overtime or being drafted when staffing shortages arise.

Responsibilities include processing new inmates, checking for proper paperwork, conducting searches for contraband, assessing inmate health, and escorting inmates through intake functions and areas.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must complete and pass Jail Academy Exam
• Certified in first Aid, CPR and AED
• Must possess/maintain an active telephone
• Must submit to and pass a police background check, drug screen, motor vehicle record check and physical examination

Responsibilities

• Provide security for inmates housed at the Jackson County Detention Center and follow department procedures
• Associate may be assigned to different posts, areas and shifts as needed
• Escort inmates through intake functions and areas, perform searches for contraband, and assess injuries or health concerns

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

It\'s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they\'re doing! We\'re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Department: Corrections Grade: 130 Salary: $20.60/hour

Job Duties

Responsible for providing security for inmates housed at the Jackson County Detention Center and following written procedures and guidelines in the department\'s policy and procedure manual. Associate may be assigned to different posts, areas and shifts depending upon the needs of the operation If overtime is required, the associate is subject to being held over/drafted and/or called in to report for work when staffing shortages, department emergencies arise. Receives and processes new inmates; checks for proper commitment papers, conducts searches for contraband, physically assesses inmate for injuries or other health concerns, inventories personal property, escorts inmate through all intake functions and areas.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent Must be at least 18 years of age. Must complete and pass Jail Academy Exam. Certified in first Aid, CPR and AED. Must possess/maintain an active telephone. Must submit to and pass a police background check, drug screen, motor vehicle record check and physical examination.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you\'ll enjoy your career with us! The associates of Jackson County fill a vast array of positions, but they are all part of one team, sharing a common goal - serving the citizens of Jackson County. Jackson County is a wonderful place to work! We offer excellent benefits, including health care, dental, life insurance, vacation time, sick leave and a pension plan, plus many more!