Corporal

Eau Claire County•Eau Claire, WI

About The Position

The Corporal maintains order and directs daily operations of the County Jail during an assigned shift by supervising, planning, coordinating, and directing jail staff responsible for inmate custody, security, and transportation. The role trains staff in methods and procedures, coaches and mentors employees, enforces policies and regulations, and evaluates work performance. In the Sergeant’s absence, the Corporal exercises that position’s delegated authority and responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience as a certified correctional or law enforcement officer.
Currently possess WIDOJ jail certification.
Be a citizen of the United States.
Successfully complete a criminal background check; no felony convictions in any jurisdiction unless the judgment or conviction has been reversed or a complete pardon has been granted.
Submit to fingerprinting for identification purposes.
Submit to pre-hire, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing during employment.
Complete a pre-employment physical.
Meet the position’s work-related transportation requirements.
When using a personal vehicle for County business, comply with County requirements for a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and authorization for work-related travel.
Possess Wisconsin Jail Officer Certification or obtain it within 12 months of hire and maintain certification thereafter.
Attend 24 hours of annual ongoing training in law enforcement/corrections as a condition of continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in criminal justice, business or public administration, corrections, law enforcement, criminology, social/behavioral sciences, or a related field.
Training or experience in the practices and principles of supervision.
Fluency in Spanish, sign language, or another foreign language as a secondary language.
CPR/First Aid Certification.
Paid or volunteer experience with a professional organization that provides training in a relevant service-related field.

Responsibilities

Observe Correctional Officers from assigned stations or by patrolling cell blocks, corridors, dormitories, and work areas to maintain order, safety, and security.
Serve as backup to the Sergeant in investigating allegations of misconduct involving subordinates.
Provide daily guidance and direction to jail staff, monitor workloads and assignment delegation, and address personnel matters.
Prepare and review shift schedules and time-off requests when requested to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
Identify staff problems and recommend or implement solutions; inspect staff, equipment, and activity documentation.
Back up Correctional Officers in daily functions, including covering posts when an officer is unable to do so.
Assist staff with duties, perform subordinate staff duties, advise on routine matters and rules, and guide staff in difficult or sensitive situations.
Provide supervisory officers with information needed to evaluate operations and efficiency.
Monitor staff performance and training progress, ensure compliance with orders, procedures, and legal requirements, and provide ongoing staff training.
Observe and interpret inmates’ mental and physical conditions and behavior; verify inmate health and welfare, review special needs, and recommend referrals, housing, and precautions.
Communicate with inmates, respond to special requests, and resolve grievances.
Review inmate rosters, logs, behavior sheets, and other records; ensure prisoner rights; verify inmate counts, key counts, and monetary fund balances; and conduct on-site inspections.
Communicate concerns, incidents, and other non-routine matters to the Lieutenant, Captain, and/or other supervisors, and receive orders from them.
Take control of emergency situations, coordinate and respond to alarms, and review incident reports for follow-up and referral.
Maintain effective working relationships and serve as backup to the Sergeant in meetings with departmental personnel, outside agencies, and other County departments.
Maintain current knowledge of professionally related matters and perform other related duties as required or assigned.