Sheriff's Office Civilian Correctional Officer (Jailer) (2)

Woodbury County•Sioux City, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Civilian Correctional Officer (Jailer) is responsible for the safekeeping and welfare of prisoners at the Woodbury County Jail Facility. The position includes maintaining jail cleanliness, security, and order; responding to complaints; transporting prisoners and other people in the care and custody of the County Sheriff's Department; completing related paperwork; and assisting with radio communication and dispatcher responsibilities as needed. The role operates under the direct authority of the County Sheriff, Major, Lieutenant, or Jail Commander. Applicants must submit a completed County application form and a resume. Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on November 9, 2026, or until the position is filled.

Requirements

Must be a United States citizen.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED certificate/equivalency.
Must be able to read and write English and communicate clearly in spoken English.
Must be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation, including local, state, and national fingerprint searches, with no felony convictions.
Must successfully pass physical, vision, and psychological testing and drug screening before employment.
Must not be opposed by conscience or belief to the use of force when appropriate or necessary to fulfill duties.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Knowledge of law enforcement.
Knowledge of civil and criminal laws relating to the scope of responsibility.
Knowledge of rules of evidence.
Knowledge of first aid and emergency principles.
Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively with others.
Knowledge of human relations and basic psychological principles.
Personal maturity to maintain emotional stability in unusual situations involving stress or social interaction pressure.
Physical ability to lift 50–85 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prefer a minimum of 60 hours of post-secondary education, or four consecutive years of military service, or five years of experience working in the law enforcement field.
Bilingual skills are beneficial.

Responsibilities

Care for and safeguard prisoners in County custody, including booking, release, safekeeping of belongings, security, and maintaining control and order.
Maintain records within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
Assist with jail care and maintenance and coordinate trustee work assignments for cleaning and maintenance while maintaining security.
Assist with transporting prisoners or other people in the care and custody of the County Sheriff's Department.
Complete related paperwork.
Handle jail security and complaints.
Assist with radio communication and dispatcher responsibilities as necessary.
Perform other duties within the scope of responsibility as assigned by the County Sheriff, Major, or Lieutenant.
Maintain required attendance.