Residential Officer, Community Corrections

Hamilton County, Indiana; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County in Noblesville, Indiana is hiring a Residential Officer for the Community Corrections department. The role emphasizes maintaining facility security, supervising participants, documenting activities, and ensuring safety compliance.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent (associate's in criminal justice preferred). Training in CPR, de-escalation, and safety protocols is necessary. The position is full-time with varied shifts and weekend/evening hours.

Qualifications

• Possession of or ability to obtain required training certifications including CPR/first responder, response to resistance, verbal de-escalation, and disease control.
• Ability to meet all department hiring requirements and safety policies.
• Excellent written and oral communication with co-workers and the public.
• Ability to physically perform essential duties and work under stress.
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain interior security, monitor surveillance, control access, and conduct patrols and searches.
• Ensure compliance with rules and monitor treatment plan adherence.
• Document shift activity and logs.
• Supervise meals, work details, and participant releases; check in/out.
• Monitor medications and collect urine samples as required.
• Answer phones and greet visitors; provide information.
• May testify in court; attend trainings.
• Perform related duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

De-escalation

Public safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in criminal justice

Tools

Cameras

Breathalyzer

OC spray

Hand cuffs

Job description

Hamilton County in Noblesville, Indiana is hiring a Residential Officer for the Community Corrections department. The role emphasizes maintaining facility security, supervising participants, documenting activities, and ensuring safety compliance.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent (associate's in criminal justice preferred). Training in CPR, de-escalation, and safety protocols is necessary. The position is full-time with varied shifts and weekend/evening hours.