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Transport Officer

Rapid City, SD ยท On-site

$21.84/hr

Position Functions Transport inmates to and from the Pennington County Jail and Juvenile Services Center to court appearances and outside medical appointments. Provide armed security to inmates while ...

Position Description We are currently seeking Registered Nurses to join our team at the Pennington County Jail and Care Campus. This position offers the opportunity to: Be part of a supportive team ...

Position Description The Pennington County Sheriff's Office, located in Rapid City, South Dakota is accepting applications for Inmate Security Officers to serve in our adult jail facility. Inmate ...

HR Director

Rapid City, SD ยท On-site

$52.95/hr

Under general direction of the Pennington County Board of Commissioners, the Human Resources Director plans, develops, leads, and coordinates the County's Human Resources policies, programs ...

Position Description The Pennington County Sheriff's Office is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Medical Team. This is a unique opportunity to serve a diverse population of ...

Deputy Public Defender

Rapid City, SD ยท On-site

$41.65/hr

... the Pennington County Public Defender's Office. Position Functions Essential Functions: Represent clients at all phases of the criminal justice system including initial appearances, arraignments ...

Paramedic

Rapid City, SD ยท On-site

$26.67/hr

Position Description This position provides paramedical care for inmates, detainees and clients in Pennington County correctional facilities and the Care Campus. The Paramedic makes treatment ...

Civil Deputy

Rapid City, SD ยท On-site

$21.84/hr

The Pennington County Sheriff's Office is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Civil Deputy team. Under the direction of the Civil Sergeant, the Civil Deputy plays a vital role in the legal ...

911 Dispatcher 1

Rapid City, SD ยท On-site

$26.25/hr

Position Description About Pennington County: We provide quality public services, as determined by law and citizen needs, through innovative leadership and the teamwork of its people, officials, and ...

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Transport Officer

Pennington County

Rapid City, SD โ€ข On-site

$21.84/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Position Description Under the direction of the Transport Sergeant, the Transport Officer serves multiple stations throughout the work week to include: security at the Pennington County Courthouse; security at the Pennington County Administration Building; prisoner transport to and from court and outside appointments; and prisoner transport to and from Sioux Falls, South Dakota for inmate movement between detention facilities. The Transport Officer may be required to provide security while an inmate is hospitalized to transport a client to the Health and Human Services Center in Yankton, South Dakota. This would result in occasional weekend and overnight hours.

Position Functions Transport inmates to and from the Pennington County Jail and Juvenile Services Center to court appearances and outside medical appointments. Provide armed security to inmates while hospitalized in Pennington County. Assist the public with inquiries while assigned to the Courthouse and Administration Buildings.

Provide complex security at the Courthouse and Administration Buildings, to include the enforcement of policy regarding restricted behaviors and weapons. Be alert and prepared to respond with force in an emergent situation and to aid others, as outlined in policy. Attend meetings and trainings as required.

Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor. Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures. This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position.

Incumbents may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other related duties, as may be required. Qualifications HS Diploma or GED required. One year of experience with prisoners in custody and firearms training preferred.

Preference given to those with prior armed security and/or law enforcement experience. Eligible for completion of a CDL with Passenger endorsement. Additional Information Working Environment: Work is performed in office and field environments, to include being stationed for several hours on the prisoner transport bus and/or van, within secure detention facilities, the Pennington County Courthouse and the Pennington County Administration Buildings.

This position will require occasional weekend or overnight travel as assigned. This position includes close contact with inmates. Physical Requirements: Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.

Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted. Ability to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone, over the radio, and in person.

Ability to drive, walk, stand and sit for extended periods of time. Must not be prone to motion sickness. Must be able to climb stairs, sometimes multiple flights per day.

Must be able to physically restrain unruly subjects and respond using appropriate force. This position will be exposed to varying smells, temperature changes and aggressive physical and verbal responses. Must be able to bend, stoop and twist.