Correctional Officer (Jailer)

Salary: $26.00 - $34.10 Hourly

Location : Menomonie, WI

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 00423

Department: Sheriff's Office

Division: Jail

Opening Date: 01/07/2025

Closing Date: 1/22/2025 11:59 PM Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Join Our Team at Dunn County

At Dunn County, we're more than just a local government - we're a community of dedicated professionals united by our core values and committed to serving our residents. Our culture is built on five fundamental principles that guide everything we do:

Our Core Values in Action

• Dedication - We demonstrate unwavering commitment to those we serve, ensuring that every decision and action is focused on enhancing the quality of life for Dunn County residents.
• Professionalism - Excellence is our standard. We maintain the highest levels of competence while fostering an environment of courtesy and respect in all our interactions and responsibilities.
• Ethics - Integrity is non-negotiable. We pride ourselves on consistently acting with honesty and transparency, building trust through ethical decision-making in every aspect of our public service.
• Betterment - Innovation drives us forward. We're committed to continuous improvement, constantly seeking ways to enhance our services and the value we deliver to our community.
• Collaboration - Together we achieve more. We foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and teamwork is essential to achieving our shared goals.

Job Summary

Join our team as a Correctional Officer (Jailer) at Dunn County Jail, where you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining safety, security, and order within our facility. Under the guidance of the Correctional Sergeant, you'll be entrusted with the care, custody, and rehabilitation of Dunn County inmates. Your dedication will ensure compliance with state and federal laws while upholding the policies and procedures of our institution.

Dunn County Jail Mission Statement
The Dunn County Jail is designed to house sentenced and non-sentenced male and female inmates. We strive for protection of the community, inmate accountability and competency building to help inmates to live responsibly and productively in the community.

If you're passionate about making a difference and ensuring justice within our community, apply now to become a part of our dynamic team!
Primary Responsibilities

The following duties are primarily performed and which are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 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

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred Jail Certified but not required

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of the following pre-employment checks:
  1. Criminal background check
  2. Pre-employment physical examination
  3. Psychological examination
  4. Drug screening
  5. Written Examination
• Successful completion of the Wisconsin Jail Recruit Training certification within one (1) year of hire
• CPR/First Aid Certification (desired)

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES QUALIFICATIONS
In order to perform the duties of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential for the Correctional Officer to possess.

• 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.

MINIMUM LANGUAGE SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS
In order to perform the duties of the position (listed above) the following language skills are essential for the Correctional Officer to possess.

• 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.

MINIMUM REASONING ABILITY QUALIFICATIONS
In order to perform the duties of the position (listed above) the following reasoning abilities are essential for the Correctional Officer to possess.

• 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.

MINIMUM MATHEMATICAL ABILITY QUALIFICATIONS
In order to perform the duties of the position (listed above) the following mathematical skills are essential for the Correctional Officer to possess.

• Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Dunn County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.
Physical and Work Environment

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor or Human Resources.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical effort will typically require infrequent exertion of objects weighing greater than 100 pounds and/or regular, but not continuous, exertion of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work requires sitting, standing, walking, continuously requires speaking or hearing, using hands to key, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms, and occasionally requires stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and climbing or balancing.
• Work has standard vision requirements as well as the need for distance, close and peripheral vision.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and detailed or loud talking to convey important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in a secured, controlled-access jail facility.
• Subject to exposure to personal injury, physical violence, verbal abuse, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, blood & bodily fluids, work space restrictions, intense noise, and contagious diseases.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Nothing in this job description limits management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company, and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dunn County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge that you have read our job posting in its entirety and meet the basic requirements outlined above. Dunn County looks forward to reviewing your application.

Dunn County is not only a great place to work, but has many exciting benefits!

• Retirement: The County provides a retirement account in Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). Employees pay one-half of the actuarially required contributions.
• Health Insurance: The County offers health insurance coverage for employees and their families.
• Dental Insurance: The County offers dental insurance coverage for employees and their families.
• Vision Insurance: The County offers dental insurance coverage for employees and their families.
• Income Continuation Insurance: Similar to short and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees may use tax-free dollars to pay for eligible out-of-pocket dependent care, dental, and eye care expenses for themselves and their eligible family members.
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance: May be purchased at group rates.
• Life Insurance: The County provides the opportunity to purchase Term Life Insurance plans for themselves and their dependents.
• Other Benefits: HSA, Deferred Compensation, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holidays
• Workers' Compensation
• Social Security: The County matches employees' social security compensation.

For more detailed information, please review our 2025 Dunn County Benefit Enrollment Guide!

Dunn County provides leave under the Family Medical Leave Act:

AN IMPORTANT NOTE: This information gives only a brief summary of the plans in effect for regular, full-time Non-Represented employees of Dunn County and may not be all-inclusive. Dunn County's policies and County Code govern if there are differences between this information and the policies.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certificate/Technical Diploma
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Higher

02

Do you have previous law enforcement or corrections experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have knowledge and experience working with a governmental entity?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05

Appointment to this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, psychological examination, and drug screening. Do you consent to these requirements?

• Yes, I consent to these requirements.
• No, I do not consent to these requirements.

06

This position requires access to Criminal Justice Information (CJI) systems and data. Pursuant to federal regulations and state law, all employees with CJI access must undergo a fingerprint-based criminal history background check prior to employment and every five (5) years thereafter.Please answer the following question:Are you willing to undergo and successfully complete all required background screening, including fingerprinting and criminal history verification, as a condition of employment and continued employment? Note that this screening process must be completed through authorized state channels in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations.

• Yes, I understand and agree to these requirements
• No

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