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Wilson County, Kansas
Detention Officer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$56,898 / year median in Kansas
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Entry level position. upon completion of training, new candidates will work closely with supervisors and other staff to maintain custody, care, and control of individuals within the facility.