Deputy Sheriff - Jailer

Ozaukee County • Port Washington, WI

122d • $28 - $35

About The Position

The Deputy Sheriff-Jailer is a sworn deputy position assigned to the Jail Division. The individual performs such duties to include but not be limited to: book and take fingerprints and photographs of persons brought to the jail, supervise inmates, keep written and computerized records, and serve as court security as needed. This is a generalist position that emphasizes the application of incarceration methods and procedures as they apply to a county jail when appropriate and necessary, while performing general jailer duties. This individual will exercise a good deal of discretion and act independently in some situations while performing a variety of jailer duties and tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 60 college credits within 5 years of hire date
• U.S. Citizen; minimum age – 21
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Ability to possess a firearm
• No felony convictions; no domestic abuse convictions
• Good verbal and written skills
• Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
• Clear and concise speech
• Ability to perform essential job functions of the position
• Ability to obtain and retain certification as a 'jail officer' by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board
• Full-time sworn deputies of the Ozaukee County Sheriff’s Office must reside within Ozaukee County or counties adjacent to Ozaukee County

Nice To Haves

• Specialized training in the area of general jailer functions and/or law enforcement is desirable

Responsibilities

• Assign prisoners to specific cells, check cells regularly for security purposes, conduct random searches, operate the jail control center, self-initiate appropriate activity when not involved with assigned tasks
• Receive and release all prisoners, make in-custody searches, check and secure personal property of persons being incarcerated, complete a booking, photograph and fingerprint prisoners
• Supervise Huber inmates as they go to and return from their place of employment, and supervise trustees as they work in the jail
• Control and distribute medicines as prescribed
• Arrange visiting times for family and legal counsel of inmates, keep track of court appearances, accompany inmates to court, act as court security, when necessary, testify in court as ordered
• Operate breathalyzer and SCBA equipment as necessary; any other duties and complete any special assignments as directed by supervisors

Benefits

• Health, dental, life, & vision insurance
• Free employee health clinic & Teladoc
• Paid holidays, vacation, & sick time
• State of Wisconsin WRS defined benefit pension program
• Bonus opportunities
• Employee fitness room
• Wellness program & wellness reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement & continuing education opportunities

What This Job Offers

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