Summary
Jail Officer Position
Duties include maintaining safety, security and discipline in the Jail, intervening to stop disturbances, conducting searches and inspections, surveillance of all inmates, taking custody of and releasing inmates, and preparing reports and other paperwork. Applicants must be available to work a rotating 12-hour schedule, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays. This schedule allows for every other Friday-Saturday-Sunday off.
Qualifications
Minimum age: 20
U.S. citizen (per Wis. Stats. 66.0501(2))
No unpardoned felony convictions, nor any offense that could be punished as a felony in Wisconsin
No misdemeanor convictions for domestic violence as defined in 18 USC 921(a)(33) or domestic abuse under Wis. Stats. 968.075(1)(a)
Must be of good character
Must be free from any physical, emotional, or mental conditions that would negatively affect law enforcement duties
Ability to meet physical performance requirements
Vision correctable to 20/20
Basic computer literacy
Good written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and have the ability to work in a team environment
After probation, residency within 40 miles of the Green County Sheriff's Office
Other
$26.67 per hour
Shift differential for night shifts
Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Comprehensive County benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and deferred compensation
Uniforms and gear provided
Additional Pay and Duty Opportunities:
Extra duty pay for Jail Training Officer, WI DOJ Certified Instructor and Bilingual (Spanish)
Several benefit time options: vacation, personal, holiday, comp time, and sick leave
Special assignment opportunities available in Honor Guard
Incentive pay for physical readiness
Lateral Transfer: Starting pay up to $30.14, depending on years of service
Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent
Once hired, must be capable of completing LESB Jailer certification and maintain appropriate 24-hour recertification requirements.
Job Description
Jail Officer Position
Duties include maintaining safety, security and discipline in the Jail, intervening to stop disturbances, conducting searches and inspections, surveillance of all inmates, taking custody of and releasing inmates, and preparing reports and other paperwork. Applicants must be available to work a rotating 12-hour schedule, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays. This schedule allows for every other Friday-Saturday-Sunday off.
Qualifications
Minimum age: 20
U.S. citizen (per Wis. Stats. 66.0501(2))
No unpardoned felony convictions, nor any offense that could be punished as a felony in Wisconsin
No misdemeanor convictions for domestic violence as defined in 18 USC 921(a)(33) or domestic abuse under Wis. Stats. 968.075(1)(a)
Must be of good character
Must be free from any physical, emotional, or mental conditions that would negatively affect law enforcement duties
Ability to meet physical performance requirements
Vision correctable to 20/20
Basic computer literacy
Good written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and have the ability to work in a team environment
After probation, residency within 40 miles of the Green County Sheriff's Office
Other
$26.67 per hour
Shift differential for night shifts
Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Comprehensive County benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and deferred compensation
Uniforms and gear provided
Additional Pay and Duty Opportunities:
Extra duty pay for Jail Training Officer, WI DOJ Certified Instructor and Bilingual (Spanish)
Several benefit time options: vacation, personal, holiday, comp time, and sick leave
Special assignment opportunities available in Honor Guard
Incentive pay for physical readiness
Lateral Transfer: Starting pay up to $30.14, depending on years of service
Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent
Once hired, must be capable of completing LESB Jailer certification and maintain appropriate 24-hour recertification requirements.
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