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Detention Officer
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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
The Barton County Detention Center is seeking women and men dedicated to the safe keeping of prisoners, to include mealtime, activities, and transports to and from court and other facilities. One (1) year of law enforcement experience preferred. Must have a valid Kansas driver's license and no felony or Class A misdemeanor convictions. All County positions require a minimum of a High School diploma or GED with the ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical assessment. Starting pay is $35,360 annually. Barton County offers paid leave time; health, dental and vision insurance; KPERS retirement and more. Application and job description available at www.bartoncounty.org->Employment Opportunities, or at Barton County Courthouse, Administrator's Office, 1400 Main St -Suite 108, Great Bend, KS. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account