Joplin Police Department accepting applications for detention officer

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The Joplin Police Department is accepting applications for a detention officer.

The job responsibilities include booking and releasing of prisoners, accepting payment of bonds, housing, visitation and transportation. 

Major responsibility is to ensure security of facility, ensure safety of staff and inmates and prevents escapes, control behavior of inmates, protect inmates from self and others, and protect facility property.

You can apply online at www.joplinmo.org or in person at 602 South Main, Joplin City Hall