Job Posting End Date: October 27, 2026 at 11:59pm CST
Hiring range: $72,716.80 ($34.96 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 10/27/2026 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 providing a secure, safe and humane confinement.
This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position.
Pay & Benefits
- Typical starting salary $72,716.80 ($34.96 per hour).
- Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 2106: $72,716.80 to $102,107.20 ($34.96 to $49.09 per hour).
- Lateral wage consideration for experienced candidates.
- 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
- 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 restore 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 certification.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
NOTE: Applicants are NOT required to be certified by the Minnesota Peace Officer’s Standard Board.
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
- Standard office environment, correctional and detention institutions, field offices, courtrooms, offender'/clients' homes, hospitals and schools, and various community settings depending on assignment.
- Work activities may involve contact with, and the supervision of juveniles or adults charged with major or minor criminal offenses, and/or individuals who may be hostile, dangerous, threatening, armed, and aggressive and/or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Consequently, some assignments may encounter stressful and physically threatening situations.
- Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.
- Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.
- Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties.
- Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short- and long-term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills.
- Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing.
- Physical activity may include handling/carrying equipment, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Periodic high levels of exertion in the form of self-defense, pursuit, or restraint of an individual is possible for some assignments.
- Lifting over 100 lbs. in emergency situations.
- Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to various law enforcement equipment depending on assignment.
- Law enforcement equipment may include but is not limited to radios, pagers, handcuffs, first aid equipment, restraints, chemical agents, Tasers, and protective equipment such as masks, goggles, and gloves.
- Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle.
- Additional physical/mental requirements that occur may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions.
- Exposure to bodily fluids, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, or other hazards is possible while performing essential duties.
No tattoos, scars, or brands that qualify as “Unauthorized Tattoos” under the Sheriff’s Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between Anoka County and the LELS – Detention Deputy union.
Selection Process
It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.
Pre-employment Requirements
Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
About Anoka County
As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.
Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment
Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.
If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process
Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO
