Job Description

Salary : $54,225.60 - $86,340.80 Annually

Location : 425 Grove Street (Saint Paul), MN

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2024-00914

Department: 48B05-Sheriff/ADC

Opening Date: 08/26/2024

Closing Date: 9/9/2024 11:59 PM Central

Union: Local 320 - Correctional Officers 1 & 2

Salary Plan: 28

Salary Grade: 02S

FLSA Status: nonexempt

Basic Function

The current vacancies are in the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office Adult Detention Center (Jail/ADC/LEC).

To maintain security and ensure the safety of residents and staff at the Ramsey County Law Enforcement Center and the Ramsey County Correctional Facility; to observe and monitor resident behavior and supervise and facilitate their daily living activities; to maintain ongoing communication with those confined; to enforce all rules, regulations, and policies of the facility; and to perform related duties as assigned. (This is the entry level of this class series. Employees in this class are expected to perform duties and to gain and apply knowledge, skills and abilities required for advancement to Correctional Officer 2, the full performance level.).

Ramsey County Sheriff's Office Adult Detention Center (Jail/ADC/LEC)
The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office is Minnesota's first law enforcement agency, established in 1849 when Minnesota was only a territory. The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office operates the Adult Detention Center (commonly referred to as the Ramsey County Jail). The Adult Detention Center (jail/ADC), opened in 2003, is a 500-bed pre-trial facility providing safe and secure detention services to individuals following their arrest until a court disposition is reached. The ADC/Jail also houses individuals being held for probation or parole violations; transports wanted fugitives in/out of Ramsey County; and provides detention security for inmates in need of care at Regions Hospital.

The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office recognize that many individuals who have contact with the criminal justice system also have underlying mental health issues. Both agencies are involved with county-wide efforts to increase program options for inmates and coordinate care between mental health professionals, caseworkers, and correctional officers in our facilities.

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Hourly salary range for Correctional Officer 1: $26.07 -$38.22
Hourly salary range for Correctional Officer 2: $28.34 - $41.51

Examples of Work Performed

1. Oversee residents during job assignments, meals, recreation, extra duty, and visits to ensure the security and safety of residents, staff and visitors; observe, monitor, record and report any unusual resident activity or behavior.
2. Conduct security checks of buildings and grounds to ensure that residents are securely confined.
3. Conduct searches of residents including residents living quarters, and work areas for contraband or weapons.
4. Converse regularly with residents to ensure an atmosphere of open staff/resident communication; provide information to residents on rules, regulations, and various programs available at the facility.
5. Enforce the prescribed disciplinary practice of the facility, report and react to rule violations, and apply appropriate measures.
6. Intervene in emergency situations such as fights, suicide attempts or fires by applying first aid, enforcing rules, restraining residents, responding to calls for assistance, or by notifying proper authorities such as police, medical facilities, case workers, or administration.
7. Administer lifesaving practices, when necessary, records and distributes medicine, and carries out treatments and orders of medical personnel.
8. Book, process, identify and release residents at the Ramsey County Law Enforcement Center.
9. Admit and orientate new residents, issue clothing, secure resident property, inform residents of the rules and direct them to living areas and job assignments.
10. Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
11. Position requires the ability to work shift rotations to maintain minimum staffing requirements.
12. Mandated overtime to ensure adequate staffing coverage and maintenance of safety for residents at all times.
13. At the Ramsey County Correctional Facility assume the duties of specialty Correctional Officers related to laundry or kitchen, during scheduled or emergency absences.
14. Assume responsibility of the facility in the absence of supervisory personnel in order to maintain the efficient operation of the facility.
15. May staff the central control area to monitor and report resident behavior and control the flow of movement throughout the facility by operating the public address system and electronically controlled gates.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15.

Click the following link to view or print the: Job Task Analysis - Physical Demand or Environmental Exposure Checklists for Correctional Officers in Ramsey County.

Minimum Qualifications

Correctional Officer 1:

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Any combination of general work experience or post high school education that equals two years.

Substitution: None.

Certifications/Licensure: None.

Correctional Officer 2:

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience: Any combination of general work experience or post high school education that equals two years; and two additional years of experience as a Correctional Officer 1 (General Duty) or equivalent.

Substitution: None.

Certifications/Licensure: None.

Exam/Screening Process Information


The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Correctional Officer will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend your answers to the questions - do not mark" see resume" or "see work history" as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process with a score of 40 or higher will be forwarded to the department for further consider for an employment opportunity as a Correctional Officer.

This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 30 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been posted and their rank on the list.

Veteran's Preference : This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment. In addition, to be considered for employment, candidates must also pass the following steps:

• Background Investigation/ PREA Background
• Medical Evaluation/ Work Simulation
• Fingerprinting

E-Verify Participation
Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

To print a paper application for this posting click You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.


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Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium
  • Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance - three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity
  • MetLife Dental Insurance - two plan options offered
  • VSP Vision Insurance - Advantage Plan offered

• Pre-tax Benefit Program
  • Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option
  • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan

• Paid time off
  • Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)
  • 11 scheduled holidays and one floating holiday
  • Up to three weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below
  • Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)
  • Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay

• Retirement benefits
  • Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments
  • New employees become vested after five years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years
  • Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match
  • Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation

• Transit and parking
  • Fully funded Metropass.
  • Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account

• Employee well-being
  • Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
  • Wellness programming
  • Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions

• Life Insurance and Disability leave
  • County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available
  • Long-term Disability - County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee's lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum
  • Short-term Disability - option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period

• Career development
  • Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year
  • Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center
  • County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Employee resource groups - help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey County's 2024 benefits, visit:

01


Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write "see resume" as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Select "yes" if you have read and understand.

• Yes
• No

02


Have you completed or currently participating in any of the following Public Sector Partnership Programs at Ramsey County? Examples may include a program in partnership with HIRED, Project for Pride in Living (PPL), Ramsey County Workforce Solutions, or an internship (including Right Track Plus), fellowship, limited duration assignment, provisional assignment, temporary opportunity or participating in a work experience like the Young Adult Career Academy, or job shadow experience. Answer No, if none of the above.

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have or have you ever held a professional license?

• Yes
• No

04


If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please list the type of license(s) and the State or jurisdiction the license is or was held; also indicate the status of your license(s). If this does not apply to you, please write "N/A" in the space provided.

05


Choose the option below that best describes your level of education. Please select the highest completed of the options listed below.

• High School /GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Other type of Degree not listed above.
• None of the above.

06


From question #5, please indicate in the space below the name of the institution where you earned your education, type(s) of degree, and date(s) degree earned.

07


Choose the option below that best describes your general work experience and/or Correctional Officer experience. Please note full- time employment equals 2,080 hours annually. If you were employed less than 2,080 hours annually, you will need to convert your part-time experience into full-time.

• I have no work experience.
• I have less than one year of full time work experience (less than 2,080 hours).
• I have one year but less than two years of full time work experience (less than 4,160 hours).
• I have two years but less than three years of full time experience. (less than 6,240 hours).
• I have three or more years of work experience (more than 6,240 hours).

08


From question #7, please indicate in the space below, the name of the company where you worked, dates of employment, hours worked per week, and major job duties. If this does not apply to you, write, "NA".

09


How many years of experience do you have supervising, training, and/or directing individuals in a secured facility/area or working with members of the public who may need additional support with the following: mental health, criminal, chemical dependency, abuse, etc.

• I have less than one year of experience.
• I have one year but less than two years of experience.
• I have two years but less than four years of experience.
• I have four years but less than six years of experience.
• I have six or more years of experience.

10


Describe your experience supervising, training, and/or directing individuals in a secured facility/area or working with members of the public who may need additional support with the following: mental health, criminal, chemical dependency, abuse, etc. Include in your response the name of the employer, duties performed, and number of individuals secured/lead/supervised. If you do not have this experience, please write, "NA" in the space below. Do not write "see resume" or "see application".

11


Correctional Officers position require the ability to work shift rotations including days, nights, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays, maintain minimum staffing requirements per regulations, and regular attendance according to approved work schedule. Are you willing to accept this type of work schedule?

• Yes
• No

12


Select the response that best describes your experience in working and communicating effectively with staff/clients/customers from a variety of cultural backgrounds?

• I have no experience working and communicating effectively with staff/clients/customers from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
• I have less than one year of experience working and communicating effectively with staff/clients/customers from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
• I have more than one but less than four years of experience working and communicating effectively with staff/clients/customers from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
• I have more than five years of experience working and communicating effectively with staff/clients/customers from a variety of cultural backgrounds.

13


Correctional Officers are responsible for maintaining order and enforcing rules and regulations in an institution/facility. Check the skills/abilities you possess that would contribute to your successful in this position.

• Use effective communication skills that are non-threatening.
• Ability to use appropriate de-escalation strategies/methods while ensuring the safety of clients.
• Use reasonable force when necessary.
• Promote an environment of teamwork with co-workers.
• Able to assess a situation and apply the most effective strategy.
• Able to adapt to change or new challenges which foster being open to new perspectives.
• Ability to show sensitivity and empathy and continue to enforce rules.
• Other skills/abilities not listed above.
• I do not have any of these skills/abilities.

14


Describe where you gained the skills/abilities selected in the previous question. If you selected, "Other skills not listed above", include these skills in your response. Please include where you gained these skill/abilities (employer name/training); the number of years of experience you have, and your job title. Do not write "see resume" or "see application".

15


Please indicate if you speak a language other than English, fluently. Check all that apply.

• Hmong
• Karen
• Spanish
• Other
• None of the above

16


If you selected "other" from question 16, please list the language(s) below that you are fluent in.

17


Indicate which location you are interested in? Select one option.

• Ramsey County Sheriff's Office Adult Detention Center (Jail/ADC/LEC).
• Ramsey County Correctional Facility (workhouse/RCCF).
• Either the Ramsey County Correctional Facility or the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office.

Required Question

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