Correctional Officer - CRC

Milwaukee County•Franklin, WI

2d•$31 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Correctional Officers are key to the smooth running of our jail. They have an important role to play in supporting residents with their rehabilitation and creating a positive and safe environment. Background and experience are not all we look for- it’s the kind of person you are that matters most. We can teach you the rest. You may make a great Correctional Officer if your beliefs align with our Mission and Vision at the Community Reintegration Center: Mission: Promote successful community reintegration by providing programming and resources, that comprehensively meet the needs of residents in our care, which support opportunities for positive change. Vision: We enhance public safety and quality of life through the successful reintegration of residents in our care. Your main role will be monitoring and safeguarding the residents in a direct supervision housing unit. This will include everything from managing routines, supervising meals, conducting searches as well as evaluating resident behavior. You will need to instruct and direct the residents and ensure safety of your housing unit. At times, you will need to deal with the more challenging aspects of this career such as disruptive or violent behavior and will be working with a variety of individuals and sentence lengths. You will be required to write reports and utilize our software systems. Basic skills are required, but training will be provided. Overtime is an essential requirement of this position. Employees must be available to work mandatory and voluntary overtime, including weekends, holidays, and extended shifts, to meet operational staffing requirements. Many Officers enjoy the variety day to day and appreciate working with people of varying backgrounds. Most people who work here want to make a difference in the community by helping others and get a sense of fulfillment when they see the residents improve and progress. Working in Corrections is a stable, secure work environment and allows for many areas of training and growth.

Requirements

Minimum Age of 18
High School Diploma, HSED or GED
Valid Driver's License required upon application and must be maintained throughout employment
Good moral character determined from the results of fingerprinting and background investigation
Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, and lift and carry 50 lbs
Successfully complete appropriate training program
Successful completion of Law Enforcement Training Courses, which may include Jailor Certification, and Direct Supervision Principles
Submit to a thorough background investigation
Pass a pre-employment drug testing and medical examination after preliminary offer of employment
Establish Wisconsin State residency within six (6) months of starting date
Submit a full account of training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application)
Possess the minimum qualifications at the time of filing an application

Nice To Haves

Felons, unless pardoned will be rejected
Certification by the Law Enforcement Standards Board must be acquired during the probationary period and maintained during incumbency (Certification Training provided)
Some positions may require qualifying with a service weapon on a regular basis
May also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process