Jail - Transport

The Transport Section at the Beltrami County Jail consists mainly of one Corrections Officer assigned to the task of orderly and safely moving prisoners within the local area, outlying areas within the state of Minnesota, and other states as well. This officer’s efforts are supplemented by part- time Corrections Officers and Bailiff Staff as needed.

Possible destinations include Corrections facilities operated by other Minnesota counties, Minnesota Department of Corrections Institutions, medical facilities, alcohol and drug treatment programs, and mental health treatment centers. Much of this activity is in response to and directed by Court order.

The Transportation Officer is also tasked with coordinating activities with other agencies in order to economize transportation costs. In addition, this officer maintains a small fleet of vehicles dedicated to the transport role, which must be ready and able to travel anywhere on short notice. The position also requires the ability to communicate on an ongoing basis with local and distant agencies as dictated by any change in the status of the transport.