Sheriff's Detention Captain - Minneapolis, United States - Hennepin County

Description

Description

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is currently seeking candidates interested in being placed on an eligibility list for a Detention Captain position. This top management position will direct and manage the operations of the Adult Detention division. Location and hours:
This position is located at the Hennepin County Public Safety Facility located at 401 South 4th Ave., Minneapolis, MN This position requires working a flexible schedule including days, evenings, overnights, on-call, weekends, holidays, and requires being on call 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, and 365 days/year.
About the position type: This is a full-time, benefit earning position. You must be a current regular or probationary employee of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office to apply for this position. Limited duration employees are not eligible.
This position is internally classified as a Sheriff's Detention Captain.
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In this position, you will:

Direct the security, custody, and control of pre-trial inmates held in the Hennepin County Jail.

Collaborate with leadership team on development and interpretation of departmental policies and procedures.

Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the work of supervisors, law enforcement, detention, and support personnel assigned to the division; recommend commendations and maintain discipline.

Prepare division budget and annual report; participate in Sheriff's Office planning.

Coordinate divisional operations with other Sheriff's Office divisions, county departments, and other detention and law enforcement agencies.

Prepare and transmit communications, instructions, and procedures; maintain effective public relations.

Need to have:

Eight years or more of experience as a detention deputy, correctional officer, detention or correctional supervisor, or licensed peace officer, including five years or more of experience as a detention/law enforcement supervisor in the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office.

A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.

Availability for emergency callback 24 hours a day and to be subject for reassignment.

Nice to have:

Completed Hennepin County's: Fundamentals of Successful SupervisionLeadership and Management AcademyManagement InstitutePerformance Management Certificate ProgramOther supervisory, leadership, or management training

Knowledge of:Laws and ordinances related to detention functions.Department rules, regulations, policies and operating procedures.Acceptance and release procedures.Inmate classification system.Labor contracts, grievance, and discipline procedures.Philosophy, principles, methods, practices, and techniques of jail management.

Ability to:Plan, organize, assign, supervise, and inspect the work of subordinates.Exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other public officials, departmental members, and the general public.