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Pennington County is Hiring an Inmate Security Officer Near Rapid, SD
The Pennington County Sheriff's Office, located in Rapid City, South Dakota and the beautiful Black Hills, is accepting applications for Inmate Security Officers to serve in our adult jail facility. Inmate Security Officers serve a vital role in providing a safe and secure environment for staff and inmates. This position is staffed between 10pm and 7am based on operational needs. New hire classes start regularly so whether you are ready to start right away or need some time, apply now!GREAT WAGES!Starting Pay for 2024 is $20.19 per hour.FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE!Vacation and Sick Leave, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, state pension program with income throughout retirement!PAID TRAINING!We will train you to be successful at your job!CAREER ADVANCEMENT & READINESS!This position often advances into a Correctional Officer position.CONSIDER A CAREER IN PENNINGTON COUNTY CORRECTIONS!Position Functions for Full-Time Inmate Security Officer
- Performing security rounds during scheduled and unscheduled times. Using discretion to determine violations, unusual situations, and directing the appropriate response.
- Initiating and monitoring inmate movement.
- Attending to the needs of inmates in assigned areas to including responding to inmate inquires as directed.
- Distributing authorized items to inmates.
- Being alert and prepared to respond with force in an emergent situation, and to aid others as outlined in policy.
- Understanding and enforcement of the Prison Rape Elimination Act Federal Standards.
- Using discretion in responding to inmate requests
- Responding to emergencies, including medical emergencies.
- Responding to inmate mental health behaviors to include determining risk factors for mental health intervention or implementing suicide precautions.
- Documenting incidents, movement, rounds and inmate discipline.
- Performing person, property, and facility searches.
- Facility inmate movement as directed.
- Operate department computer program; dictate and/or type reports
- Assisting with cell block operational tasks as needed
- High School Diploma or GED.
- At least 19 years of age for Full-Time Positions.
- Preference will be given to those with military, public safety and/or security experience.
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screen.
- Paid On-the-Job Training
- Advancement Opportunities
- Uniforms provided
- South Dakota State Retirement System, 6% employer match, vested after 3 years
- 11 Paid Holidays Annually
- 80 Paid Vacation Hours after the first year/ 120 Paid Vacation Hours after the second year
- 80 Paid Sick Hours Annually
- Bereavement Leave
- Time and a Half Working Pay on Holidays Overtime Opportunities
- Time of Service Bonuses
- Post 9/11 GI Bill
- Federal Student Aid Forgiveness
- Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Plans with HSA Option
- Blues 365 Discount Program
- Delta Dental Insurance
- Avesis Vision Insurance
- $20,000 employer-paid employee life insurance coverage
- Voluntary Life Coverage
- AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Options
- Connections Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite Gym
- YMCA Discounts
- Wellness Offerings and Employee Incentive Challenges
- Chaplain Program
- Employee Referral Program
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$40k-50k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/12/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
05/28/2024
WEBSITE
co.pennington.sd.us
HEADQUARTERS
Yankton, SD
SIZE
200 - 500
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