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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates strong capabilities in inmate supervision, security enforcement, and emergency response within a correctional facility. Proficient in de-escalation techniques and maintaining safety protocols while managing inmate interactions and documentation.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Inmate SupervisionDe-Escalation TechniquesCPR PrinciplesAdvanced First Aid CertificationEvidence-Based Practice Corrections Professional Certification
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Hard Skills
Surveillance MonitoringInmate Count ProceduresContraband RecoveryEmergency ResponseReport Writing
Soft Skills
Conflict MediationTension De-Escalation
Tools & Technologies
Security CamerasAlarm SystemsSecurity Controls
Certifications & Qualifications
Advanced First Aid CertificationEvidence-Based Practice Corrections Professional Certification
Industry Keywords
CorrectionsLaw EnforcementCriminal JusticeBehavioral ScienceFacility Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Monitor and supervise jail inmates and related activities
- Maintain facility, inmate and employee security and safety through surveillance
- Monitor cameras, alarms, doors and security controls
- Enforce inmate rules and facility regulations
- Conduct inmate counts and searches
- Prevent introduction of contraband and weapons
- Respond to and assess disturbances, fires, escape attempts, contraband recovery and medical emergencies
- Restore order and security during emergencies
- Mediate inmate conflicts and de-escalate tension
- Handle inmate intake and release
- Obtain required information, documentation and credentials from arresting or escorting officers
- Supervise recreational, visiting and court appearance periods
- Identify and monitor at-risk inmates with mental illness, alcoholism or drug addiction
- Prepare written reports and activity logs
- Work weekends and holidays in a 24/7 jail facility
Requirements
What you’ll need- High school diploma or equivalent education
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to credibly testify in a court of law
- Must pass a thorough physical and psychological examination
- Must successfully complete a background investigation
- Experience using de-escalation techniques in a work setting preferred
- Previous work-related experience preferred
- Knowledge of CPR principles, procedures and techniques preferred
- Advanced First Aid certification preferred
- Secondary education in corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, behavioral/social science or related field preferred
- Evidence-Based Practice Corrections Professional Certification from an accredited school preferred
- Must pass applicable pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical
- Must comply with Sheriff’s Office tattoo, scar and brand policy
- Applicants are not required to be certified by the Minnesota Peace Officer’s Standard Board
Benefits
Comp & perks- 24 days of paid flexible time off
- Up to 12.5 paid holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more
- Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees
- Pension plan and other retirement investment options
- Advancement/professional development opportunities
- Lateral wage consideration for experienced candidates
- Collective bargaining agreement representation