Detention Officer

Linn County

Cedar Rapids, IA     Full Time

Performs work of routine difficulty involving custody and discipline of male and female inmates on an assigned shift. Work is performed under general supervision of a Deputy Sheriff‑Sergeant.

MAIN ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  • Processes inmates into custody, conducts searches of inmates, vehicles, packages, and equipment
  • Supervises inmates during meals, exercise, work, recreation, personal hygiene, and related activities
  • Provides for the inmate’s basic needs, physical safety, well-being, sanitary conditions, and ensures pre-trial rights are adhered to
  • Maintains control and internal security of the Linn County Correctional Center through visual monitoring from restricted access room
  • Patrols facilities and makes security checks; conducts rounds and inmate counts; inspects all areas of the Lin County Correction Center for safety/security deficiencies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • At least one (1) year of experience in a correctional center, detention center, residential treatment center, or similar environment. Additional education beyond high school in criminal justice or a related field may compensate for in whole or in part for required experience.

SHIFT:                        

  • Shift varies

Hourly Wage: 

  • New Hire: $28.00 
  • 1 year: $29.00
  • 2 years: $30.00 
  • 3 years: $31.00 
  • 4 years: $32.00 
  • Regular pay increases continue through year 20

Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Center Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center of everything we do! Why do we do this? We get that question a lot. The answer is simple: We want our customers to have a positive experience. Our co-workers are customers too. Exceptional internal customer satisfaction leads to exceptional customer satisfaction for the public!

Why work at Linn County? 

  • Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget) 
  • Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance 
  • Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS) 
  • Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums to eligible employees 
  • On-site fitness centers for $15 per year 
  • 100% County paid basic life insurance 
  • 12 paid holidays per year 
  • Training & professional development opportunities