DETENTION OFFICER

DETENTION OFFICER

Salary

$70,776.00 Annually

Location

Linn County Correctional Center, IA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00062

Department

SHERIFF

Division

SHERIFF-CORRECTIONS - 0113E

Opening Date

06/18/2026

Closing Date

6/29/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

PPME

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The Linn County Sheriffs Office is seeking up to 6 Detention Officers. The Detention Officer performs work of routine difficulty involving custody and discipline of male and female inmates on an assigned shift. Work is performed under general supervision of a Deputy Sheriff/Sergeant.

The following documents are REQUIRED and must be uploaded with an application:

• Birth Certificate
• Transcripts from ALL high school and post-high school educational institutions

Hourly Wage:

New Hire: $34.03 · 1 year: $35.24 · 2 years: $36.46 · 3 years: $37.67 · 4 years: $38.89

Essential Functions

• Processes inmates into custody, conducts searches of inmates, vehicles, packages, and equipment; inventories and takes charge of personal property.
• Supervises inmates during meals, exercise, work, recreation, personal hygiene, and related activities.
• Provides for the inmate's basic needs, physical safety, well-being, sanitary conditions, and ensures that pre-trial rights are adhered to.
• Maintains control and internal security of the Linn County Correctional Center through visual monitoring from restricted access control rooms.
• Patrols facilities and makes security checks; conducts rounds and inmate counts; inspects all areas of the Linn County Correctional Center for safety/security deficiencies.
• Responds in a calm, confident and organized manner to emergency situations such as alarms, altercations, or medical emergencies.
• Maintains logs, prepares reports, enters information into electronic record system.
• Distributes and administers medications to inmates as prescribed.
• Identifies serious or life-threatening medical conditions, makes the appropriate notifications, and administers basic first aid and/or lifesaving aid.
• Operates electronic doors, telephone systems, two-way radios, intercom, alarm systems, closed circuit TV systems, computer terminals, and other related equipment.
• Attends training and professional development classes.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one (1) year of experience in a correctional center, detention center, residential treatment center, or similar environment.
• Additional education beyond high school in criminal justice or a related field may compensate for in whole or in part for required experience.
• Department of Corrections training preferred.

Special Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Must not have been convicted of a serious crime.
• Must pass a County physical examination which includes a drug test and psychological testing (MMPI) after offer of employment.
• Must pass a criminal background check after offer of employment.
• Polygraph exam will be administered after offer of employment.
• Valid State of Iowa Drivers License required.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain certification in the following areas: CPR, Weapons, Jail Procedures, and Medication Dispensing.
• Must be able to work evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Voluntary overtime may be offered and forced overtime will be mandatory.

Shift

Shifts vary

Read the full description here: Detention Officer Job Description

Linn County offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, long-term disability (LTD) insurance and wellness incentives.

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, click HERE

Employer Linn County

Address Jean Oxley Public Service Center

935 Second Street S.W.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52404-2100

Phone 319-892-5120

Website http://www.linncountyiowa.gov