Detention Deputy (On-Site)

Job Posting End Date: April 20, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $72,675.20 ($34.94 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 04/20/2026 in order to be considered.

Position Description

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office mission is to protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust. The department has an immediate opening for Detention Deputy who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include managing inmate behavior through direct supervision and to provide a secure, safe and humane confinement.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position.

Pay & Benefits

• Typical starting salary $72,675.20 ($34.94 per hour).

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 2106: $72,675.20 to $102,024.00 ($34.94 to $49.05 per hour).

• Lateral wage consideration for experienced candidates.

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.

• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at  https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits

• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at Anoka County Jail, located at 325 East Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303.

• The Anoka County Jail is a 24/7 facility. Detention Deputy schedules include weekends and holidays.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Detention Deputy:

• Monitor and supervise jail inmates and related activities.

• Maintain security and safety of facilities, inmates and employees by means of surveillance.

• Monitor cameras, alarms, doors and security controls.

• Interact with inmates by enforcing rules and facility regulations. Conduct inmate counts and searches. Prevent the introduction of contraband and weapons into facilities.

• Respond to and assess emergencies such as disturbances among inmates, fires, escape attempts, contraband recovery, medical situations and restores order and security.

• Mediate conflicts among inmates and housing units. Diffuse emotional inmates and deescalate tension in housing units.

• Handle intake and release of inmates.

• Obtain pertinent information, necessary documentation and proper credentials from arresting or escorting officer prior to receiving or releasing inmates.

• Supervise recreational and visiting periods.

• Identify and monitor at risk inmates with mental illness, alcoholism or drug addiction.

• Provide supervision of inmates during court appearances.

• Prepare written reports and logs activities.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent education

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Possess a valid driver’s license

• Must be able to credibly testify in a court of law

• Must undergo, and pass, a thorough physical and psychological examination and successfully complete a background investigation 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Secondary education in corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, behavioral/social science or related field.

• Evidence-Based Practice Corrections Professional Certification from an accredited school

• Experience using de-escalation techniques in a work setting.

• Previous work-related experience.

• Knowledge of CPR principles, procedures and techniques

• Possess an Advanced First Aid c