Jail Security & Inmate Care Officer

Racine County; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Racine County seeks a Jail Officer to maintain security and safety in the County Jail, ensuring inmate care and timely responses to medical emergencies. You will handle admissions, process paperwork, and operate the Central Control system to monitor access.

Responsibilities include supervising inmates, distributing medications, handling requests, and maintaining logs. A high school diploma or GED, valid license, and successful background checks are required; related training like Jail Officer

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Valid driver's license.
• Participation in an oral panel interview.
• No felony convictions unless reversed or pardoned; no related misdemeanor.
• Dress code to include wearing uniform; no facial hair except as department standards.
• Prompt and regular attendance.
• Equivalent education/experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security and safety of the County Jail and inmates.
• Provide for inmates' needs, including feeding and handling requests.
• Process admission/release paperwork and enter charges in jail system.
• Operate Central Control system to monitor access and egress.
• Guard and care for work program inmates and others as directed.
• Distribute inmate medication and assist with medical emergencies.
• Respond to public requests for jail information.
• Prepare reports and logs related to duties.
• Assist with inmate clothing exchange and searches.
• Perform all other assigned duties.

Skills

Oral panel interview

Data entry

Reading procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Racine County seeks a Jail Officer to maintain security and safety in the County Jail, ensuring inmate care and timely responses to medical emergencies. You will handle admissions, process paperwork, and operate the Central Control system to monitor access.

Responsibilities include supervising inmates, distributing medications, handling requests, and maintaining logs. A high school diploma or GED, valid license, and successful background checks are required; related training like Jail Officer