What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Officer position at Rock County?
Are you looking for a Great Career PLUS Great Benefits and a great starting wage?!
Rock County has 3 different shift options, and shifts are awarded by seniority.
Have you been told you have great observation skills, or are you a known problem solver? How about a team player? This role is designed for the right candidate looking to build a profession they can be proud of.
As a Correctional Officer you get to wear many hats, and work with a diverse group of influential people. The role of Correctional Officer is demanding, yet satisfying. You can find satisfaction in the fast pace, while feeling fulfillment in the team atmosphere. Supporting, motivating and influencing occurs in the smallest ways, with the largest impact every single day.
If this sounds like something you have been missing, apply today.
- On-the-job training is provided, no experience necessary.
- Continuous skill building throughout your career.
- Career advancements at the Sheriff's Office as a Correctional Officer and beyond.
Alyx.Brandenburg@co.rock.wi.us
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including using computers to generate reports.
- Ability to work without supervision and to make appropriate decisions.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and be flexible in work.
- Ability to work with a diverse population.
- Knowledge of Sheriff's Office standard operating procedures and general orders.
- Ability to use all use of force options.
-OR-
*Minimum of Two years Military Service.
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*Minimum of Two years work experience after achieving a high school diploma.
- Valid driver's license with good driving record.
- No felony convictions.
- Applicants must successfully complete a written exam, oral examination, extensive police background investigation, medical exam which includes a cardiovascular fitness test, psychological evaluation and drug screen.
- Visual acuity correctable to 20/20 with glasses or contact lenses.
- Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
- TIME I and TIME II certification for classification or Jail Diversion assignment.
- Must be certified as a Correctional Officer by the Wisconsin Department of Justice Training and Standards Board.
- Attend 24 hours of in-service training to maintain certification.
- Ability to lift push/pull objects weighing up to 165 pounds infrequently.
- Ability to maintain control of aggressive inmates and use all use of force options.
- Ability to walk a distance of an equivalent of one mile or more on a daily basis.
- Ability to sit and/or stand for lengthy periods of time.
- Ability to utilize sense of smell for detecting smoke or odorous chemicals.
- Ability to hear, in order to respond to inmate needs.
- Ability to use computer and computer keyboard.
- Ability to use Taser as trained.
- Inside work in a secure jail facility with limited exposure to outside elements.
- Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, contagious diseases, noxious fumes, and combative inmates.
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