Custody Officer

Elkhart County Government • Goshen, IN

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Custody Officer works in Elkhart County Community Corrections in Goshen, Indiana. This position performs intake and release functions, monitors floors, serves at the control counter, prepares and files reports, supervises inmates, and performs related duties. The officer must follow universal precautions for blood-borne diseases. Successful candidates may advance through a career development program within Community Corrections. The position has variable shifts and a 40-hour workweek, with travel within the county required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or HSE.
• Ability to complete and maintain required training and certifications provided by the department and IDOC.
• Ability to apply local, state, and federal regulations, Indiana statutes, standard policies and procedures, and criminal justice legal terminology.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Ability to travel within the county; applicants must complete the driving page on the application.

Responsibilities

• Perform intake and release functions.
• Monitor floors.
• Serve at the control counter.
• Prepare and file reports.
• Supervise inmates.
• Perform other related functions.
• Follow universal precaution standards for blood-borne diseases.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Free primary care health clinic
• Supplemental insurance and employee assistance program
• Retirement pension and deferred compensation 457(b)
• 14 paid holidays annually
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Eligible employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Shift premium available
• Longevity pay after 3 years

What This Job Offers

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