Correctional Officer

WCA: Wisconsin Counties Association; North Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisconsin Counties Association in Lincoln County Jail is seeking a dedicated Correctional Officer to join the team and uphold safety and security for inmates and staff. The role focuses on maintaining order, monitoring inmate activity, and responding to disturbances.

Ideal candidates are 18+ with a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Wisconsin driver’s license, no felony convictions, and strong written and verbal communication skills; weekend, night, and holiday shifts and overtime are

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No felony convictions and satisfactory completion of required training during time period as established by the agency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Regularly and predictably reporting for work
• Maintaining security and control in the jail
• Intervening to stop disturbances
• Administering first aid
• Conducting searches and inspections
• Surveillance of inmates
• Care and custody of inmates
• Preparing reports and other paperwork
• Correctional Officers are required to work weekends, nights, holidays and overtime as shift rotations dictate

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Wisconsin Driver’s license

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and vigilant Correctional Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining safety and security within the Lincoln County Jail. This position requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage conflicts effectively.

Job Duties

• Regularly and predictably reporting for work
• Maintaining security and control in the jail
• Intervening to stop disturbances
• Administering first aid
• Conducting searches and inspections
• Surveillance of inmates
• Care and custody of inmates
• Preparing reports and other paperwork
• Correctional Officers are required to work weekends, nights, holidays and overtime as shift rotations dictate

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license
• No felony convictions, satisfactory completion of all required training during time period as established by the agency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills