Corrections Officer/Jailer - Court & Inmate Supervision

Cerro Gordo; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cerro Gordo County Sheriff's Office is seeking a full-time Correctional Officer/Jailer to manage inmate intake, transport and supervision within the Cerro Gordo County Jail. The role requires strong computer skills, accuracy with records, and the ability to work with court staff and the public.

Shifts vary (morning/afternoon/night) with a rotating 6 on/3 off schedule. Wage ranges from $25.90 to $32.37 per hour based on experience; pre-employment testing and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Typing and computer skills required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Must have a valid Iowa Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with court officials to insure availability of inmates for trials or hearings.
• Escorts inmates to courts, hospitals, and other correctional institutions.
• Schedules visits of medical personnel to treat inmates.
• Conducts searches of inmates in all areas of jail facility for contraband.
• Insures cleanliness of jail facility.
• Assists trustees for special work assignments.
• Accepts and receives bail payments.
• Issues receipt and arrange for release of inmates.
• Prepares reports concerning inmate population and jail functions and submits reports to Lieutenant.
• Prepares requisitions for commissary, clothing, and housekeeping supplies for jail population.
• Photographs, fingerprints, and measures height and weight of arrested suspects noting physical characteristics and posts data on record for filing.
• May fingerprint applicants for employment or federal clearance and forward prints to other law enforcement agencies.
• May testify in court.
• Enters in jail computer all information concerning inmates.
• Open and close all inmate trust accounts when necessary.

Skills

Typing

Computer skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Cerro Gordo County Sheriff's Office is seeking a full-time Correctional Officer/Jailer to manage inmate intake, transport and supervision within the Cerro Gordo County Jail. The role requires strong computer skills, accuracy with records, and the ability to work with court staff and the public.

Shifts vary (morning/afternoon/night) with a rotating 6 on/3 off schedule. Wage ranges from $25.90 to $32.37 per hour based on experience; pre-employment testing and background checks are required.