Custody Officer

ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE CUSTODY OFFICER DEPARTMENT: Community Corrections 2024 HIRING RANGE: $21.20-$23.55/hr based on education and position related experience; Shift Premium available. Longevity pay after 3 years. 2025 HIRING RANGE: $23.10-$25.66/hr based on education and position related experience; Shift Premium available. Longevity pay after 3 years. BENEFITS OFFERED: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Free LTD Insurance; Free Health Clinic; Retirement Pension; 13 Paid Holidays annually; Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP HOURS and DAYS OF WORK: Variable shifts - 40 hour work week LOCATION OF POSITION: Goshen TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (please complete driving page on application) JOB SUMMARY: This position performs intake and release functions, floor monitoring, serving at the control counter, preparing and filing reports, supervision of inmates and other related functions. Must follow universal precaution standards for blood borne diseases. Successful candidates have an opportunity to advance through a career development program within Community Corrections. JOB REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or HSE required; ability to complete and maintain required training and certifications provided by department and IDOC Ability to make practical application of local, state, and federal regulations, Indiana statues, standard policies and procedures and legal terminology of the criminal justice system Possession of a valid driver's license Pre-employment background check, polygraph and drug screen For additional information or to apply, visit www.elkhartcounty.com and click Employment Opportunities Elkhart County Human Resources 117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526 Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer