Jail Security & Inmate Care Officer

Racine, County of (WI); Elmwood Park (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Racine County in Wisconsin seeks a Jail Officer to ensure security and safety of the County Jail, process admission/discharge paperwork, and operate the Central Control computer system.

The role includes supervising inmates, handling inmate needs, performing administrative tasks, and coordinating with the Sheriff and staff. Candidates must meet minimum qualifications and be able to obtain required certifications and trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Valid driver's license (must be maintained).
• Ability to successfully complete the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Jail Officer Basic Training (200 Hours) and obtain annual re-certification.
• Ability to obtain CPR certification and annual re-certification.
• Read, understand and follow departmental procedures, court orders, arrest documents, directives, and department manuals.
• Write receipts, reports, memos, maintain logs and handle money.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security and safety of the County Jail.
• Provide for the needs and well being of the inmates, including feeding inmates and handling inmate requests.
• Process admission and release paperwork and entering charges of inmates in the jail via computer entry.
• Operate Central Control computer system to monitor access to jail and control entry/egress.
• Guard and care for work program inmates and all others as directed by the Sheriff.
• Distribute inmate medication and manage related duties.
• Respond to public requests for information concerning the jail and its inmates.
• Prepare reports and documents related to duties.
• Assist with search and clothing exchange of inmates.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Racine County in Wisconsin seeks a Jail Officer to ensure security and safety of the County Jail, process admission/discharge paperwork, and operate the Central Control computer system.

The role includes supervising inmates, handling inmate needs, performing administrative tasks, and coordinating with the Sheriff and staff. Candidates must meet minimum qualifications and be able to obtain required certifications and trainings.