Detention Officer

$21.73- $28.14 per hour

The Lee's Summit Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to recruiting, hiring and training the most qualified candidates. The department is looking for candidates who are critical thinkers, problem solvers and possess effective interpersonal skills. Our team is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Detention Officer.

The Lee’s Summit Police Department Detention Facility is a temporary holding facility for subjects who have committed a variety of crimes from misdemeanors to felonies. The facility is capable of housing up to 30 subjects; however, outside agencies are utilized for extended sentencing stays over 2 days and the Detention Officer is responsible for coordinating transportation to these outside agencies with the Patrol Division. The job of a Detention Officer is an excellent starting point for future opportunities as a Police Officer. There are daily interactions with Police Officers and Police Supervision.

Accepting applications until Friday, October 23rd. If selected, interviews will be held on Thursday, October 29th.

This position requires passing a background investigation and drug testing.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for booking in, searching, fingerprinting and releasing detainees in conformance with Federal, State and City laws and ordinances.

2. Supervises detainees, conducting safety and security inspections, providing access to health care facilities, conducting housing, feeding, bedding and well-being activities.

3. Maintain accurate intake, care and release records.

4. Maintain assigned equipment, supplies and facilities.

5. Responsible for completing bond paperwork on defendants. May also have to complete incidents reports and other reports/records related to the Detention process, court actions and proceedings.

6. Receive bonds and handles cash during release of detainee; coordinates with Municipal Court on bond balancing.

7. Responses to warrants with Dispatch or other inquiring agencies and confirms validate.

8. Coordinate transfer of detainees to long-term holding facilities, as well as other local, state or federal law enforcement agencies.

9. May drive Detention van for detainee transfers. 

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must be 18 years old at time of employment.

2. Must be a United States citizen or authorized alien worker.

3. High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

4. Valid state Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and acceptable driving record.

5. No felony convictions or commission of or participation in any felony crime, whether detected or not.

6. No on-going or repetitious history of committing or participating in Misdemeanor crimes, whether detected or not.

7. CPR and First Aid Certification within first six (6) months of hire.

8. If applicable, testing as required. 

EOE