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FT Correctional Officer I
Salary
$25.79 - $36.34 Hourly
Location
New Ulm, MN
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
00291
Department
Sheriff
Opening Date
09/08/2026
Closing Date
9/22/2026 4:30 AM Central
The Correctional Officer I is responsible for the security, health, welfare and safety of inmates in the County's jail facility, and the effective delivery of correctional services through the observance of all federal and state laws, county ordinances, correctional policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Responsibilities may include supervising inmates and enforcing rules and regulations to ensure the security of assigned area and personnel; performing well-being checks; searching cells and inmates; performing booking and release duties; and recording medical information; maintaining applicable documents. Incumbents of this position may be relied upon for providing credible and effective testimony in court and elsewhere. It is of utmost importance that persons in this position conduct themselves in a manner both at work and outside of work in a manner that does not cause concern regarding their ability to be able to provide credible and effective testimony.
Corrections
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Education:
Brown County provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package as part of your total compensation.
The following outline of County-offered benefits serves as an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail.
Vacation
Vacation Accruals, Utilization, And Payouts Vary Within Each Collective Bargaining Agreement And/or The Employee Handbook. The Following Is The General Overview Of The Vacation Benefit For Full Time Employees
Years of Service Biweekly Accrual Rate (based on 80-hour pay period)
Years Completed Total Hours Per Year
Up to 4 years 101.66 hours
4 years but less than 8 years 130 hours
8 years but less than 12 years 157.30 hours
12 years but less than 16 years 185.38 hours
16 or more years 201.50 hours
Sick Leave
Full time employees may earn 8 hours of sick leave per month.
Paid Holidays
Most Employee Groups Observe The Following Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day (Observed)
Labor Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Health Insurance
Full-Time employees and employees working 30 or more hours per week may choose between single or family coverage. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.
The County has designated a base plan which is a high deductible plan with an HSA option. The County contributes monthly towards the cost of the health plan premiums with a semi-annual county contribution into employee's HSA for the single or the family coverage plan. For regular part time employees working 30 hours/week year around, the County will pay 75% of the county share of single coverage (base plan) which may be applied towards family coverage and also contribute 75% of the employer HSA contribution.
Life Insurance
Full-Time Employees are provided with the following term life insurance benefit at no cost to them. Regular part-time employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for this benefit with County paying 75% of premium. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.
$20,000 term life/$20,000 AD&D
Retirement
The County and the employee contribute to PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association)
The following benefits are available on an elective basis at the employee's choice:
(507) 233-6605.
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I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete all of the following supplemental questions. I understand that I will only receive credit to responses that are supported in the information I provide in my employment application and that a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Please check the "yes" button if you have read and understand this.
Do you wish to claim Veteran's Preference? Veterans Preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of disabled/deceased veterans. Points are awarded subject to provisions of M.S. 197.455. You must provide documentation (DD214 and/or VA documents) establishing your right to claim the preference. Please attach your documentation to this application.
Which of the following best describes your education and experience?
If you selected None of the above in the previous questions, please indicate your experience/education.
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What is your experience working as a Correctional Officer?
What best describes your experience/training pertaining to safety and conflict resolution when interacting with other people at a worksite?
Describe your experience or training in responding to medical emergencies and administering medications to individuals at a worksite.
Indicate All Certifications/trainings You Currently Have
Do you have the ability to communicate in a second language (ASL or other non-English language)?
If you answered yes to the previous question, please indicate the language.
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Do you have experience working with diverse populations?
What best describes your customer service work experience?
What is your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office?
What experience do you have in maintaining records and daily logging of information at a workplace?
Which describes your experience following instructions and communicating/presenting information verbally and/or in writing in a work setting?
Employer Brown County (MN)
Address 14 S. State St.
PO Box 248
New Ulm, Minnesota, 56073
Phone 507-233-6605
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/brownmn
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FT Correctional Officer I
Salary
$25.79 - $36.34 Hourly
Location
New Ulm, MN
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
00291
Department
Sheriff
Opening Date
09/08/2026
Closing Date
9/22/2026 4:30 AM Central
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
The Correctional Officer I is responsible for the security, health, welfare and safety of inmates in the County's jail facility, and the effective delivery of correctional services through the observance of all federal and state laws, county ordinances, correctional policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Responsibilities may include supervising inmates and enforcing rules and regulations to ensure the security of assigned area and personnel; performing well-being checks; searching cells and inmates; performing booking and release duties; and recording medical information; maintaining applicable documents. Incumbents of this position may be relied upon for providing credible and effective testimony in court and elsewhere. It is of utmost importance that persons in this position conduct themselves in a manner both at work and outside of work in a manner that does not cause concern regarding their ability to be able to provide credible and effective testimony.
Corrections
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise inmates, perform well-being checks, administer medication, search cells and inmates and enforce rules and regulations to ensure safety and security of assigned area and personnel.
- Respond to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Must be able to keep accurate logs and update files.
- Book and release inmates; screen inmates for behaviors, attitudes, and interests and record medical information and property brought into the jail facility.
- Conduct daily indiscriminate strip searches of work release inmates upon return from work.
- Monitor volunteers that come in to provide activities for the inmates.
- See to the daily needs of the inmates.
- Can be a bailiff for court at times and make occasional transports.
- Receive training in federal, state and local laws as they apply in law enforcement and detention facilities, including federal and state correction standards.
- Predatory Offender Registration Checks
- Miscellaneous duties as apparent or assigned by supervisory staff.
- Attend trainings and maintain professional knowledge.
- Complete all required online and in-person training.
- Responsible to read, acknowledge and comply with the jail policies contained in the Policy Manual and any revisions made to it.
Education:
- Minimum qualification is a combination of high school diploma and preferred 2 or more years of related experience.
- Obtain all required Correctional Officer State Licenses/Certifications within 12 months of position hire date.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.
- Successful completion of background check and criminal history review.
- First Responder (48 hours)
- First Responder Refresher Course every two years (16 hours)
- BCA Teletype Certification (24 hours)
- BCA Re-Certification test every two years
- Defensive Tactics yearly (4 hours)
- Use of Force training yearly (4 hours)
- Taser Training yearly (I hour)
- Medication Distribution Training (8 hours)
- Medication Re-Certification every two years (2 hours)
- Prison Rape Elimination Act training
- Restraint Chair Training (annually)
- FEMA Emergency Preparedness training every 2 years (8 hours)
- Armer Radio Training.
- Ability to exhibit mature judgment, imagination, initiative and problem-solving skills in dealing with inmates.
- Must be knowledgeable in all county and jail policies, procedures and operations.
- Must be proficient in the use of the jail and State computer systems.
- Ability to deal with inmates with tact and impartiality.
- Ability to react effectively in emergency and stressful situations.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and to write factual reports.
- Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition and mental stability to work in an environment that has the constant potential and exposure to risks of serious injury and exposures to contagious diseases.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, law enforcement, other agencies and the public.
- Ability to develop skill in the use and care of county equipment used in the jail system.
- Ability to maintain a professional attitude and poise when challenged, threatened or responding to assaultive inmates or situations.
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
- Ability to work autonomously and make critical decisions in a short time period.
- Ability to work with a diverse and sometimes adversarial/resistive offender population.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to speak in public, testify in court, and write clear and concise reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Requires incumbent to work inside, in confined areas, on uneven ground, alone, with and around inmates and coworkers, and have contact with the public.
- Incumbent may be exposed to biohazardous wastes and materials, dust, dirt, fumes, gases, chemicals, noise, excessive noise, infectious disease, pressurized equipment, explosive materials, heat, cold, and wetness.
- Activities that occur continuously are talking, smelling, hearing, communicating verbally, and using effective interpersonal skills.
- Activities that occur frequently include sitting, standing, walking, ascending and descending staircases, pushing, carrying and lifting weight up to 20 pounds, communicating in writing, and using effective time management skills.
- Activities that occur occasionally include bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, crouching, kneeling, pulling, reaching straight, above and below shoulder level with both shoulders individually or at the same time, using near/far vision, depth perception, accommodation and color vision, problem solving, using analytical ability, organizational skills, concentrating, using creativity, and working with interruptions.
- Activities that occur infrequently include carrying and lifting weight from 20 to over 75 pounds. Incumbent must be able to drag or carry 120 pounds or more and have ability to run or jog.
- Exposure to angry, impaired or potentially violent individuals.
- Travel to meetings, trainings and conducting transporting inmates involves driving and its hazards.
- Entry hourly hiring range is $25.79 to $28.91, DOQ.
- Earning potential of up to $36.34 per hour, DOQ.
- Additional shift differential pay.
- 12 hour rotating shifts allows 7 out of 14 days off.
- 12 paid holidays.
Brown County provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package as part of your total compensation.
The following outline of County-offered benefits serves as an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail.
Vacation
Vacation Accruals, Utilization, And Payouts Vary Within Each Collective Bargaining Agreement And/or The Employee Handbook. The Following Is The General Overview Of The Vacation Benefit For Full Time Employees
Years of Service Biweekly Accrual Rate (based on 80-hour pay period)
Years Completed Total Hours Per Year
Up to 4 years 101.66 hours
4 years but less than 8 years 130 hours
8 years but less than 12 years 157.30 hours
12 years but less than 16 years 185.38 hours
16 or more years 201.50 hours
Sick Leave
Full time employees may earn 8 hours of sick leave per month.
Paid Holidays
Most Employee Groups Observe The Following Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day (Observed)
Labor Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Health Insurance
Full-Time employees and employees working 30 or more hours per week may choose between single or family coverage. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.
The County has designated a base plan which is a high deductible plan with an HSA option. The County contributes monthly towards the cost of the health plan premiums with a semi-annual county contribution into employee's HSA for the single or the family coverage plan. For regular part time employees working 30 hours/week year around, the County will pay 75% of the county share of single coverage (base plan) which may be applied towards family coverage and also contribute 75% of the employer HSA contribution.
Life Insurance
Full-Time Employees are provided with the following term life insurance benefit at no cost to them. Regular part-time employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for this benefit with County paying 75% of premium. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.
$20,000 term life/$20,000 AD&D
Retirement
The County and the employee contribute to PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association)
- Employees must participate as directed by Minnesota statutes.
- Contribution rates vary depending on position.
- Employee may obtain refund of employee contribution upon termination of service.
The following benefits are available on an elective basis at the employee's choice:
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (FSA)
- Deferred Compensation (457b)
- Roth IRA
- Supplemental Life
- AFLAC Plans
(507) 233-6605.
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I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete all of the following supplemental questions. I understand that I will only receive credit to responses that are supported in the information I provide in my employment application and that a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Please check the "yes" button if you have read and understand this.
- Yes
- No
Do you wish to claim Veteran's Preference? Veterans Preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of disabled/deceased veterans. Points are awarded subject to provisions of M.S. 197.455. You must provide documentation (DD214 and/or VA documents) establishing your right to claim the preference. Please attach your documentation to this application.
- Veteran: As defined in Minn. Stat. 197.447.
- Disabled Veteran: Please provide documentation of a USDVA verified disability.
- Spouse of a disabled veteran with a service connected disability rating.
- Spouse of a deceased veteran who died on, or as a result of, an active duty injury.
- Not a Veteran or do not wish to claim a veteran's preference.
Which of the following best describes your education and experience?
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- High School diploma or equivalent, plus 2 years related experience.
- Post Secondary degree preferably in Corrections, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice or Sociology.
- Post Secondary degree preferably in Corrections, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice or Sociology, plus 2 years related experience.
- None of the above.
If you selected None of the above in the previous questions, please indicate your experience/education.
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What is your experience working as a Correctional Officer?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5 years
What best describes your experience/training pertaining to safety and conflict resolution when interacting with other people at a worksite?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5 years
Describe your experience or training in responding to medical emergencies and administering medications to individuals at a worksite.
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5 years
Indicate All Certifications/trainings You Currently Have
- First Repsonder
- Use of Force
- Taser
- Defensive Tactics
- BCA Teletype
- Medication Distribution
- Restraint Chair
- FEMA Emergency Preparedness
- None of the above
Do you have the ability to communicate in a second language (ASL or other non-English language)?
- Yes
- No
If you answered yes to the previous question, please indicate the language.
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Do you have experience working with diverse populations?
- Yes
- No
What best describes your customer service work experience?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5 years
What is your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office?
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- No experience
What experience do you have in maintaining records and daily logging of information at a workplace?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5 years
Which describes your experience following instructions and communicating/presenting information verbally and/or in writing in a work setting?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5 years
Employer Brown County (MN)
Address 14 S. State St.
PO Box 248
New Ulm, Minnesota, 56073
Phone 507-233-6605
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/brownmn
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