Female Corrections Officer - Sheboygan County Sheriff's Office

The Sheboygan County Sheriff's Office is seeking dedicated and resilient individuals to join our team as Corrections Officers. This is more than a job — it is an opportunity to serve your community, protect public safety, and positively impact the lives of others through professionalism, accountability, and leadership.In this fast-paced and rewarding role, you will help maintain the safety, security, and orderly operation of our correctional facilities while supporting inmates through structured supervision, communication, and crisis response. Every shift brings new challenges, opportunities to lead, and the chance to work alongside a highly trained and supportive team.Because this position includes duties involving the supervision, searching, transportation, and care of female inmates, being female is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ) for this assignment in accordance with applicable law.As a Corrections Officer, you will: Maintain safety and security within housing units and throughout the facilitySupervise inmate movement, meals, recreation, visitation, and daily activitiesConduct searches and inspections to prevent contraband and ensure compliance with facility rulesRespond professionally to emergencies, disturbances, and medical situationsAssist with inmate intake, release, transportation, and classification processesMonitor inmate behavior and maintain accurate reports and documentationSupport rehabilitation efforts while enforcing policies consistently and fairlyWork collaboratively with medical staff, law enforcement, court personnel, and community partnersThis role requires sound judgment, integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress situations.High school diploma or equivalent required.Must possess a valid State of Wisconsin driver's license.Must obtain and maintain Wisconsin Correctional Officer Certification within the first year of employment.Must successfully complete required background investigations, criminal history checks, pre-employment screenings, and any job-related medical or psychological evaluations.#J-18808-Ljbffr

The Sheboygan County Sheriff's Office is seeking dedicated and resilient individuals to join our team as Corrections Officers. This is more than a job — it is an opportunity to serve your community, protect public safety, and positively impact the lives of others through professionalism, accountability, and leadership.In this fast-paced and rewarding role, you will help maintain the safety, security, and orderly operation of our correctional facilities while supporting inmates through structured supervision, communication, and crisis response. Every shift brings new challenges, opportunities to lead, and the chance to work alongside a highly trained and supportive team.Because this position includes duties involving the supervision, searching, transportation, and care of female inmates, being female is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ) for this assignment in accordance with applicable law.As a Corrections Officer, you will: Maintain safety and security within housing units and throughout the facilitySupervise inmate movement, meals, recreation, visitation, and daily activitiesConduct searches and inspections to prevent contraband and ensure compliance with facility rulesRespond professionally to emergencies, disturbances, and medical situationsAssist with inmate intake, release, transportation, and classification processesMonitor inmate behavior and maintain accurate reports and documentationSupport rehabilitation efforts while enforcing policies consistently and fairlyWork collaboratively with medical staff, law enforcement, court personnel, and community partnersThis role requires sound judgment, integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress situations.High school diploma or equivalent required.Must possess a valid State of Wisconsin driver's license.Must obtain and maintain Wisconsin Correctional Officer Certification within the first year of employment.Must successfully complete required background investigations, criminal history checks, pre-employment screenings, and any job-related medical or psychological evaluations.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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