Corrections Detention Officer

Kay County Detention Center is looking to hire Detention Officers. YOU MUST BE 18 TO APPLY.
You will be responsible for the custody and control of inmates; security of the jail; physical movement of inmates; and all inmate needs. Basic data entry; in application of jail techniques; in maintaining security of inmates; and in application of principles of supervision. Knowledge of radio system/10 codes; of CPR; of inter-department correspondence, of policies, rules and regulations pertaining to jail operations; of security techniques; of jail records; and of jail standard operating procedures. Must be alert and vigilant; to exercise initiative and independent judgment; to understand and follow oral and written instructions; and to deal tactfully with others.

Qualifications
- Strong core skills in security and conflict management
- Premium skills in CCTV monitoring, first aid, law enforcement, CPR, and military background
- Relevant skill in report writing
- Previous supervising experience is preferred

- U.S. CITIZEN OR RESIDENT ALIENT

-HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED

-NO FELONY CONVICTIONS, NO MISDEMEANORS IN THE LAST 3 YEARS

-NO CRIMES OF MORAL TURPITUDE OR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONVICTIONS

-NO ACTIVE PROTECTIVE ORDERS

-ABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS AND ADDITIONAL DAYS (STAFFING DICTATED)

-MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person