Correctional Officer

Dunn County • Dunn County Judicial Center, WI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Dunn County Jail is currently seeking two qualified candidates to join our team as a Correctional Officer. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, secure, and respectful correctional environment. As a Correctional Officer, you’ll be responsible for supervising individuals in custody, enforcing facility rules, responding to incidents, and supporting rehabilitation efforts. If you're ready to step into a role that requires integrity, responsibility, and a commitment to safety, apply today to become part of Dunn County's corrections team.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• No felony convictions in any jurisdiction unless the judgment or conviction has been reversed or a complete pardon has been granted
• Criminal background check
• Pre-employment physical examination
• Psychological examination
• Drug screening
• Written Examination
• Successful completion of the Wisconsin Jail Recruit Training certification within one (1) year of hire
• CPR/First Aid Certification (desired)
• Knowledge of jail policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals and operations of the jail associated with jail security, surveillance, inmate control and disciplinary procedures.
• Basic understanding of the criminal justice system, probation and law enforcement.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws relevant to jail operations, the supervision of inmates, and job requirements.
• Knowledge of self-defense, restraining and conflict management techniques.
• Knowledge of inmate processing and release procedures and operations (e.g. classification, fingerprinting, inmate trust accounting, visitation, intake health screening/evaluation, etc.).
• Knowledge of jail recordkeeping and report requirements.
• Knowledge and ability to operate a computer and computer applications/software utilized within the Sheriff’s Office.
• Ability to apply jail principles, practices, and procedures to the solution of problems in the jail.
• Ability to learn and implement booking-in, visitation and inmate release procedures and operations in accordance with department policies.
• Ability to perform jail searches, inspections and surveillance activities.
• Ability to use self-defensive techniques, restraining techniques and physical force in protecting self and other inmates within the facility in accordance with jail policies and procedures.
• Ability to update and maintain jail records, files, reports, inmate accounts, etc.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in dealing appropriately with inmate conflicts in accordance with laws, rules, department policies and procedures.
• Ability to prepare and present numerical and narrative reports.
• Knowledge and ability to use basic first aid and CPR.
• Ability to maintain and assure a safe working environment and respond to emergencies quickly.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other county personnel.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position, and be willing to report for duty on short notice at any hour of the day or night.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with other staff members, supervisors, and community members in written and verbal form.
• Ability to read, interpret, and communicate policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; etc.
• English skills (oral, written and comprehension) sufficient to effectively communicate with all internal and external customers.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Must have ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
• Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Jail Certified but not required

Responsibilities

• Supervises and maintains custody of inmates of the Dunn County Jail by controlling inmate conduct; conducts searches; inspects inmate living areas; maintains surveillance; dispenses medication; provides escorts to court and meetings; regulates inmate visitation and coordinates the intake and release of inmates.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment within the Dunn County Jail and related Facilities.
• Investigates illegal or criminal activities in all areas of the jail.
• Collects bond for State Patrol, County Deputies, City, and Village arrests.
• Answers or properly refers all inquiries concerning inmates.
• Provides testimony in court, as required.
• Writes reports and maintains jail records and files, as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED