Corrections Officer

Miami County; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated corrections officers to join their team. This role involves the intake, release, and daily monitoring of inmates in a dynamic environment. Officers will rotate between two facilities, ensuring the safety and security of all inmates. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and life insurance, vacation time, and promotional opportunities, this position offers a stable and rewarding career path. Ideal candidates will have a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to work under pressure. If you are looking for a fulfilling career in law enforcement, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Personal Liability Insurance

Vacation Time

Clothing and Equipment Allowance

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Prescription Plan

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates.
• Must complete entry-level exam and pass to be eligible for hiring.

Responsibilities

• Daily observation and management of inmates in facilities.
• Rotate work responsibilities between two jail facilities.

Skills

Inmate supervision

Control Room Operations

Intake and Release procedures

Photographing and fingerprinting

Log daily inmate activities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description:

Corrections officers for the Miami County Sheriff’s Office are responsible for the intake and release and daily observation of inmates. The staff rotates work responsibilities between our two facilities. The “Full-Service Jail”, a linear, bar-style jail located in downtown Troy houses higher-classified inmates, while the “Minimum Security Facility”, an open, pod-style jail located on N. CR 25A north of the fairgrounds houses the lower-classified, mainly non-violent inmates. We currently operate on 12-hour shifts from 7a-7p and 7p-7a which offers correction officers every other weekend off and the ability to work 7 days in a 14-day period. Corrections officers’ main responsibility is the care, custody, and control of all inmates housed in our facilities.

Deputies can be assigned to:

• Control Room Operations
• Intake and Release of Inmates
• Photographing and fingerprinting inmates
• Direct Supervision of up to 60 inmates in one pod
• Log all daily inmate activities
• Possibility of promotion to Corrections Sergeant or Lieutenant

Salary Information:

Starting pay can range between $24.61 and $28.25 an hour after completing all the steps under the current contract.

Benefit Information:

The Miami County Sheriff's Office offers an attractive and competitive fringe benefits package.

• Health Insurance: Anthem/ CEBCO administers the Health Insurance plan for physicians and hospital services covering the employee, spouse, and children. The family health insurance will cover a spouse who is able to receive health insurance through their current employer.
• Life Insurance: Benefit of $20,000 plus an option to purchase additional insurance at reduced rates. Coverage is available for a spouse also.
• Personal Liability Insurance: Professional liability insurance is provided at no cost for $1,000,000 per incident.
• Vacation Time: Two (2) weeks beginning year two (2) for the first eight (8) years; then advances in stages up to five (5) weeks after twenty-five (25) years.
• Clothing and Equipment Allowance: Uniforms are provided at no cost, including uniform dry cleaning.
• Dental Plan and Vision plans
• Prescription Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Days
• Sick Leave
• Promotional Opportunities
• OPERS / Deferred Comp Program

Testing Process:

Upon completion of the entry-level exam, all candidate scores are automatically forwarded to the MCSO. Candidates who attain a passing score will be placed on the department’s eligibility list. MCSO will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to continue to participate in other stages of the selection process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: The Miami County Board of Commissioners, including those agencies under other elected officials, is an equal opportunity employer and does not make employment decisions in a discriminatory manner based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabilities that can be reasonably accommodated, or veteran status. The County complies with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

This policy prohibits both discrimination based on any of the above-listed protected characteristics, retaliation against a person who opposes or complains about prohibited conduct, or participates in any way in the complaint, investigation, or reasonable accommodation processes.