Corrections Officer (Class 148)

Hamilton County Sheriff's Office; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Public Employee Retirement System (OP&

Job summary

The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office invites applications for a Corrections Officer in the Jail Services Division. Deputies begin in this division, receiving 360 hours of paid training during the first year, with probation following training and departmental requirements.

Duties include processing inmates, supervising security, coordinating transportation and medical appointments, and maintaining records. Candidates must meet the listed requirements, pass exams, and be eligible to work in the

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience performing public safety, security, corrections, or customer service duties, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School graduate or GED equivalent.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving immoral character or any felony.
• Must be drug-free for a minimum of 12 months.
• Must submit to a criminal and personal background check.
• Be in good physical condition and free from medical conditions that would interfere with the responsibilities of a Corrections Officer.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must pass written examination, physical fitness assessment, and medical examination.

Responsibilities

• Process inmates in/out of the Jail and handle associated paperwork.
• Supervise inmates visually and via closed-circuit TV to ensure safety and security.
• Coordinate inmate movement, medical appointments, court appearances, and transportation.

Skills

Public safety

Security

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Consider a career with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office; you have the opportunity to become a member of a large and rapidly growing agency in the Southwest. Our mission is to attract high-quality, highly motivated, and goal-oriented candidates to become future leaders of the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office.

All Hamilton County Deputies begin their careers in the Jail Services Division, where they obtain 360 hours of paid training within their first year of assignment. Upon successful completion of the training and other departmental requirements, officers will complete their probationary period. Working in the Jail provides valuable experience, knowledge, and communication to prepare Deputies to advance in their careers. A Correction Officer processes inmates in/out of the Jail, maintaining all paperwork necessary to the process; verifies all court commitments, warrants to discharge & other orders of the court; schedules all inmate transportation between the Hamilton County Jail and other detention facilities; fingerprints inmates; photographs all incoming inmates; searches inmates according to established procedures segregating as necessary and assigning/admitting inmates to cell blocks.

They supervise all inmates visually and/or by closed-circuit TV in all areas of the Jail for their well-being & the security of the facility; supervise trustees in their work assignments; administer medication; issues jail/bed clothing; provides commissary items; and administer to all other needs of inmates as may be required. Coordinate inmate movement inside and/or outside of Jail; arrange for medical/dental appointments, court appearances, professional evaluations, and any other required transportation; arrange telephone calls & visitation for inmates. Other duties as assigned.

Experience:

One (1) year of experience performing public safety, security, corrections, or customer service duties, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Requirements:

• High School graduate or GED equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age, of good moral character
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving immoral character (theft, DV, etc.) or any felony
• Must be drug-free for a minimum of 12 months
• Must submit to a criminal and personal background check
• Be in good physical condition and free from any medical conditions that would interfere with the responsibilities of a Corrections Officer
• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language
• Must pass written examination, physical fitness assessment, and medical examination

Appearance Standards:

TATTOOS: Applicants shall not have visible tattoos or body art on their face, head, neck, or hands.

BODY PIERCING OR ALTERATION: Body piercing or alteration to any area of the body that is visible and is a deviation from normal anatomical features and that is not medically required is prohibited.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off: Paid Holidays, Vacation, and sick time.
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option.
• Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!

The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.