Correctional Officer

Salary: $31.67 - $44.34 Hourly
Location : Faribault, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Jail
Opening Date: 11/05/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Summary

** FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICANTS NOVEMBER 20TH
The Correctional Officer performs activities that create and maintain a safe and secure environment for the residents of Rice County, and general public who enter the jail facility. This position generates essential data and records for courts, administration, local, state and federal agencies.
Examples of Duties

• Maintains the security, safety and well-being of detainees in accordance with Minnesota Department of Corrections 2911 Rules Governing Adult Detention Facilities. Follow State Statutes and Constitutional Standards, Rice County Sheriff's Office and Jail Divisions policies and procedures.
• Maintains a detailed and accurate jail log electronically including but not limited to all detainee activities, court appearances, medical and dental appointments, medical problems, medication dispensed, meals ordered and received, and cell checks.
• Maintains the shift communication log sharing detailed information including but limited to detainee statuses, unit status, detainee bookings and release, safety and security concerns. Receives and records various fees and monies.
• Maintains open and effective communication with the courts, community corrections, probation officers, social workers, lawyers, supervisors, main jail, and detainees.
• Possesses an exceptional working knowledge of all necessary computer software programs.
• Monitors compliance with the rules and regulations governing work release detainees.
• Performs Intake, Central Control, Internal Movement (Rover), and Housing officer tasks daily.
• Assists the public with a variety of services.
• Transports detainees to/from court, medical appointments, between jurisdictions and other approved activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a high school diploma or GED, and training beyond high school that can be obtained in one year or less, and six months of related experience, or equivalent. A valid driver's license is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in law enforcement or previous correctional experience preferred.

Supplemental Information
SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Body searches and physical contact may be required with detainees.

HOURS: Rotating shift basis, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week

UNION: CO Union - Grade 10
Rice County offers a complete benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, pension, holiday, vacation, sick leave and long-term disability insurance.

County employees are eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

For additional information, please follow the link to the Rice County website:
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Answers to the Supplemental Questions must be supported by the "Education", "Work Experience" or "Skills" section of the job application. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.

By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal.

• I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.
• I do not agree to the above information.

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Questions 2-15 have been developed to help you to decide if you would be interested in becoming a corrections officer in Rice County. This document has statements that reflect job duties and tasks that Correctional Staff in Rice County are required to perform. Please read each statement and decide if you are "willing and able" to perform these tasks.

Are you willing to work any shift or any day of the week, including weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to work unscheduled, assigned overtime?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to work in a setting…