Corrections Officer -Male and Female

Theuniversityunion; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Coverage

Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Manitowoc County Sheriff's Office is seeking Corrections Officers to maintain safety and custody of inmates at the Manitowoc County jail. This full-time regular position involves processing, housing decisions, security monitoring, searches, meal service, and medication distribution.

The role emphasizes professionalism, reliability, and strong communication within a team committed to community safety and service.

Qualifications

• Must be professional and dependable.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team and stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Processing inmates into the facility
• Evaluating inmate needs, medical concerns, and housing placement
• Monitoring cell blocks and maintaining facility security
• Conducting searches and responding to inmate concerns
• Serving meals and distributing medications
• Processing inmates with Huber privileges in and out of the facility
• Verifying paperwork, schedules, and inmate conditions upon return

Skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Calm under pressure

Team oriented

Job description

Manitowoc County Employment Opportunities

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• Location 1025 South 9th Street,Manitowoc, WI, 54220,United States
• Base Pay $26.41 / Hour
• Employee Type Full-time Regular

Description

Corrections Officers (Male and Female)

Manitowoc County is establishing an eligibility list for future Corrections Officer hirings.

Start a career that truly makes a difference in your community. Manitowoc County is seeking dedicated, professional, and compassionate Corrections Officers to help maintain the safety and security of our jail facility while ensuring the care and custody of inmates.

Responsibilities Include

• Processing inmates into the facility
• Evaluating inmate needs, medical concerns, and housing placement
• Monitoring cell blocks and maintaining facility security
• Conducting searches and responding to inmate concerns
• Serving meals and distributing medications
• Processing inmates with Huber privileges in and out of the facility
• Verifying paperwork, schedules, and inmate conditions upon return

We’re Looking For Individuals Who Are

• Professional and dependable
• Calm under pressure
• Strong communicators
• Team-oriented and motivated to serve the community

Become part of a career that offers purpose, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact every day.

Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Office

Summary

At Manitowoc County, we invest in our employees' health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Choose from a robust selection of benefits designed to support you and your family, including:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Coverage
• Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Financial Security & Retirement

Plan confidently for your future with:

• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings Plan
• Employer-supported income protection through Short-Term Disability Income Continuation
• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

Paid Time Off

Enjoy generous paid leave benefits, including:

• Discounted subscription to the Savi Student Loan Forgiveness Program, helping employees navigate and maximize federal student loan forgiveness opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Manitowoc County is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, military service, arrest or conviction record, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process for qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact the Manitowoc County Personnel Department at [phone].

NOTE: Per - Wis. Stat. § 19.36(7) Records that would reveal the identities of job applicants must be kept confidential if the applicants so request in writing. However, the identities of final candidates to local public office may not be withheld. A final candidate is an individual who is one of the five most qualified applicants, or a member of the final pool if that is larger than five. If there are fewer than five candidates, each one is a final candidate. Please contact the Personnel Department at 920-683-4063 if you have questions regarding this information or you would like to keep your information confidential.

Additional Information

• Recruitment Closing Time/Date 4PM Friday, September 18th