Salary: $20.19 - $21.48 Hourly
Location : Rapid City, SD
Job Type: Part-Time Non-Benefitted
Job Number: 01357
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Jail
Opening Date: 04/29/2024
Closing Date: 5/31/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Position Description

Are you looking for a part-time job with flexibility and extra income? The Inmate Security Officer - Medication Administration at the Pennington County Jail may be for you!
The part-ti me Inmate Security Officer - Medication Administration position administers medications to Pennington County Jail inmates. This is a part-time position with morning and evening shifts ranging from 5-7 hours. This position is ideal for students or individuals looking for extra income.
The Inmate Security Officer position is also a great opportunity to start your career with the Pennington County Sheriff's Office.
Position Functions

• Medication administration for inmates.
• Medication administration documentation.
• Pushing a medication cart between locations within the jail.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 19 years of age for Part-Time Positions.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Additional Information

• Paid On-the-Job Training
• Advancement Opportunities
• Uniforms provided

Pennington County Benefit Summary
The following is a summary of benefits available to full-time and part-time benefited employees of Pennington County.
Heath Care Program
Health - Pennington County has a self-funded health care program for employees and their dependents. Health Insurance and Prescription Drug is covered through Wellmark (Blue Cross Blue Shield). Two plans are offered: a traditional PPO plan with co-pay structure and a high deductible plan with higher deductible/out-of-pocket maximums.
Dental - Dental coverage is provided through Delta Dental of South Dakota. 100% of usual and customary charges for preventive and diagnostic procedures are covered, after a $50 deductible per individual / $150 per family. Routine and restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, and major services are covered at 50%. There is an annual maximum of $1000 per individual. Orthodontics are not covered under this plan.
Prescription - The Health care program includes retail and mail order (90-day supply) prescription coverage, both requiring an affordable co-pay. Co-pays do not accumulate toward satisfaction of the deductible or co-insurance limit.
Note: Health care program coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following one complete month of employment. The program is available for employees and their dependents.
Life Insurance
Pennington County provides a $20,000 basic life insurance policy for every benefited employee. Optional supplemental life insurance can be purchased for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
Employee Assistance Program
Pennington County employees and family members may receive counseling services for issues relating to financial difficulties, marital and family distress, emotional problems, and alcohol or drug abuse. Generally speaking, as many as three visits annually are provided at no charge. Services are confidential.
Retirement Plan
Pennington County is a member of the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The employee contributes 6% (8% for public safety) of gross wages. The contribution is matched by the County. Upon separation from employment with Pennington County, individuals who are fully vested in SDRS (three years of contributory service) have the right to receive a monthly lifetime retirement benefit at retirement age.
Employees may choose to save additional funds toward retirement on a pre-tax basis through the SDRS supplemental retirement program. Other SDRS benefits include long term disability, family, and spouse benefits.
Supplemental Insurance
AFLAC offers various supplemental insurance policies for employees and family members. These policies are portable and guaranteed renewable. Premiums are deducted from payroll.
Paid Time Off
Vacation - Vacation time accrues per pay period at the rate of 3.077 hours for new employees with incremental increases based on years of service. Maximum hours of accumulation apply.
Sick Leave - Sick leave accrues at the rate of 3.077 hours per pay period. Employees may use up to 80 hours of available sick leave annually for other designated reasons. Sick leave separation benefits are available after 10 years of employment.
Holidays - Employees are eligible for up to 11 paid holidays per year.
All Paid Time Off benefits are prorated based on the number of hours worked or benefit time taken in a pay period for all benefited employees.

This summary is for general information only. Employees have access to complete and detailed policies, procedures, or summary plan descriptions for all benefits cited.
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Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid drivers license? If yes, please list license number, state issued, and expiration date.
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Have you used any form of federally illegal drugs in the past year? If yes, please explain below.
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This position requires you to be at least 19 years of age. Are you at least 19 years of age?

• Yes
• No

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