Full-Time Detention Officer (any gender)

Jasper County, Iowa; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jasper County Sheriff’s Office in Newton, IA, is hiring a Full-Time Detention Officer (any gender) to oversee inmate security and welfare at the Jasper County Jail. Training is provided, with a competitive wage and county benefits including IPERS retirement.

The role requires a high school diploma and a valid Iowa driver’s license; prior jail experience and First Aid/CPR are a plus but not required. The position operates 24/7 with shifts varying to meet facility needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Iowa driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Prior jail/corrections experience and First Aid/CPR training a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure protection, welfare, security, and custodial control of inmates in Jasper County Jail.
• Respond to emergencies and provide medical and life-saving aid as needed.
• Adhere to the Code of Iowa, United States Constitution, and Iowa Jail Standards.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Full-Time Detention Officer (any gender)

Applications are being accepted for Full-Time Detention Officer (any gender) position with the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office. We provide training and a professional work environment with competitive wages. New starting rate of pay is $23.79 per hour (increase to $30.20 in 4 years) to include County paid benefits package and IPERS Retirement. This is a 24/7 operation; work hours and scheduled shifts may vary based on facility needs.

Under general supervision, selected candidates will perform responsible law enforcement work in ensuring the protection, welfare, security, custodial control of inmates in the Jasper County Jail. Must adhere to the Code of Iowa, United States Constitution, and the Iowa Jail Standards in reference to legal rights and respond to emergency situations to include administering medical and life-saving aid to victims or injury or illness. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Iowa driver’s license with a good driving record. Prior jail/corrections experience and First Aid/CPR training a plus but not required.

Additional information, job description and employment application can be found in the links below, at the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office 2300 Law Center Drive in Newton, or at the Jasper County Human Resources Office located at 315 W 3rd St N, Suite 320, Newton, Iowa 50208.

Drug testing, extensive background check, MMPI, and Physical Capacity Profile will be conducted with selected candidates

Jasper County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range:
$23.79 up to $30.20 in 4 years

Posted:
10/30/26

Expires:
11/13/26 at 4:00 p.m.