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Jackson County

Corrections Officer I

Jackson County, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101


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Department:

Corrections

Grade:

140

Salary:

$25.00/hour

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The Detention Center is a 24/7 facility and vacancies to be filled may be in any of three different shifts

Job Duties

Responsible for providing security for inmates housed at the Jackson County Detention Center and following written procedures and guidelines in the department's policy and procedure manual.Associate may be assigned to different posts, areas and shifts depending upon the needs of the operationReceives and processes new inmates; checks for proper commitment papers, conducts searches for contraband, physically assesses inmate for injuries or other health concerns, inventories personal property, escorts inmate through all intake functions and areasIf overtime is required, the associate is subject to being held over/drafted and/or called in to report for work when staffing shortages, department emergencies and other assignments require.Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or its equivalent.One year of experience working in the Criminal Justice System.Complete and pass the Jail Academy Exam.Pass and maintain firearms qualification.Certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED.Must possess/maintain an active telephone.Must possess/maintain valid Missouri or Kansas Driver's License.Must submit to and pass a police background check, drug screen, motor vehicle record check and physical examination. BARGAINING UNIT POSITION.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!