Correctional Officer

Salary: $31.67 - $44.34 Hourly
Location : Faribault, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-030
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Jail
Opening Date: 06/22/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Job Summary
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Correctional Officer performs activities that create and maintain a safe and secure environment for the residents of Rice County, and general public who enter the jail facility. This position generates essential data and records for courts, administration, local, state and federal agencies.

Examples of Duties

• Maintains the security, safety and well-being of detainees in accordance with Minnesota Department of Corrections 2911 Rules Governing Adult Detention Facilities. Follow State Statutes and Constitutional Standards, Rice County Sheriff's Office and Jail Divisions policies and procedures.
• Maintains a detailed and accurate jail log electronically including but not limited to all detainee activities, court appearances, medical and dental appointments, medical problems, medication dispensed, meals ordered and received, and cell checks.
• Maintains the shift communication log sharing detailed information including but limited to detainee statuses, unit status, detainee bookings and release, safety and security concerns. Receives and records various fees and monies.
• Maintains open and effective communication with the courts, community corrections, probation officers, social workers, lawyers, supervisors, main jail, and detainees.
• Possesses an exceptional working knowledge of all necessary computer software programs.
• Monitors compliance with the rules and regulations governing work release detainees.
• Performs Intake, Central Control, Internal Movement (Rover), and Housing officer tasks daily.
• Assists the public with a variety of services.
• Transports detainees to/from court, medical appointments, between jurisdictions and other approved activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a high school diploma or GED, and training beyond high school that can be obtained in one year or less, and six months of related experience, or equivalent. A valid driver's license is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in law enforcement or previous correctional experience preferred.

Supplemental Information

HIRING RANGE / UNION: $31.67 - $33.11 per hour / CO Union - Grade 10
SPECIAL CONDITIONS : Body searches and physical contact may be required with detainees.

HOURS: Rotating shift basis, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week
Rice County offers a complete benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, pension, holiday, vacation, sick leave and long-term disability insurance.

County employees are eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

For additional information, please follow the link to the Rice County website:
01


Answers to the Supplemental Questions must be supported by the "Education", "Work Experience" or "Skills" section of the job application. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal.

• I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.
• I do not agree to the above information.

02


Questions 2-15 have been developed to help you to decide if you would be interested in becoming a corrections officer in Rice County. This document has statements that reflect job duties and tasks that Correctional Staff in Rice County are required to perform. Please read each statement and decide if you are "willing and able" to perform these tasks.Are you willing to work any shift or any day of the week, including weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you willing to work unscheduled, assigned overtime?

• Yes
• No

04


Are you willing to work in a setting where vacations may be restricted based on staff availability?

• Yes
• No

05


Are you willing to supply and maintain on file a current address and phone number where you can be reached during off-duty hours?

• Yes
• No

06


Are you willing to write detainee/staff incident and investigation reports?

• Yes
• No

07


Are you willing to give testimony in internal disciplinary hearings or in county court?

• Yes
• No

08


Are you willing to follow Rice County's policies and Procedures including those that are created to maintain professional boundaries with detainees, their families and friends?

• Yes
• No

09


Are you willing to transport detainees outside of the jail to court, medical appointments or to and from other jurisdictions?

• Yes
• No

10


Are you able to set aside your personal prejudices and be fair in dealing with detainees regardless of their crime and/or backgrounds?

• Yes
• No

11


Are you willing, if necessary, to use appropriate use of force to deal with potentially dangerous situations?

• Yes
• No

12


Are you willing to wear the official uniform of the Rice County Sheriff's Office? This includes brown pants, uniform shirts, belt, approved footwear, uniform jacket and gear. Are you willing to conform if necessary to comply with the standard of a Rice County uniform?

• Yes
• No

13


A correctional officer is key in the operation of a safe Jail. There are many decisions made by supervisors. Even if you do not agree with some of those decisions you are expected to enforce them. Is this something you can do?

• Yes
• No

14


You must understand that policies are subject to change at any time, with or without notice. Are you able to conform to these changes?

• Yes
• No

15


Employment at the Rice County Jail will include a 12-month probationary period. There is no contract nor should any agreement for employment be considered a contract. Do you agree with this?

• Yes
• No

16


Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

17


Did you graduate from high school or receive a GED?

• Yes
• No

18


Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

19


Do you have 6 months of training, work or volunteer experience or a combination of education and experience that is related to a correctional environment? (Example: experiences directly related to a jail, adult/juvenile detention center, state/federal prison setting, or a controlled facility/environment.)

• Yes
• No

20


If you answered "No" to question #19, please explain in detail how your training and/or experience meet the required qualifications for this position. Please include all education and relevant experience. If not applicable list NA.
21


Please select your completed level of education by the closing date of the job posting.

• AA/AS Degree received in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• BA/BS Degree Received in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• AA/AS Degree Received in any other field of study.
• BA/BS Degree Received in any other field of study.
• High School Diploma or GED
• None of the above

22


If you have completed other related education not listed in question #21, please explain. (example: certificate of corrections training)
23


Describe any relevant part-time, internship or volunteer correctional experience you have performed. Please be detailed in describing duties performed and length of time working or providing service. (If none list NA)
24


Does your application describe at least 6 months of job experience in any of these areas: corrections in an adult or juvenile detention facility or a state or federal prison setting, including any educational internship for field study programs?

• Yes
• No

25


Which best describes your work experience below Please select one. Your application under the Work Experience section must describe at least 1 year of job experience in the area you select.

• Instructor/ Teacher
• Counselor
• Social Services / Human Services Worker
• Emergency Medical Technician
• Parole/ Probation Worker
• Security Guard
• Sworn Law Enforcement Officer
• Military Policy Officer
• Public Relations/ Customer Service to include training and professional experience applying techniques for dealing with difficult people.
• None of the above

26


Describe your proficiency in speaking and understanding any or all of the below listed languages.

• I do not speak or understand Spanish/Somali/Sign Language.
• I speak and understand (any or all) Spanish/Somali/Sign Language if the conversation is slow and simple.
• I speak and understand (any or all) Spanish/Somali/Sign Language sufficiently well to answer general, multi-part questions.
• I speak and understand (any or all) Spanish/Somali/Sign Language fluently and can communicate on most general knowledge subjects with accuracy and precision.

27


Do you have experience with any related jail, corrections and/or Law Enforcement programs listed below? Check all that apply.

• CJIIN
• Odyssey
• Jail booking system (ex. Mugshot)
• Portal 100
• Indentix
• None of the above

28


Which best describes your level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel?

• No experience
• Beginner (ex: create basic spreadsheets and formulas)
• Intermediate (ex: create/manage multiple spreadsheets, create formulas using functions)
• Advanced (ex: create/edit macros, create PivotTable and PivotChart)

29


Which certifications do you currently hold? (select one)

• Current CPR Certification
• Current First Aid Certification
• Current CPR & First Aid Certification
• Current First Responder Certification
• None of the above

30


Have you worked shift work, including evening and overnight hours?

• Yes
• No

Required Question