Jail Officer

Full job description

The Daviess County Sheriff’s Department in Washington, Indiana is currently looking for Jail Officers. Jail Officers will be responsible for supervising jail detainees and maintaining security and order in the jail facility.

We do work Weekends/Holidays, as the jail setting runs 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year.

Shifts are as follow

• 1st shift 7am-3pm
• 2nd shift 3pm-11pm
• 3rd shift 11pm-7am

If interested please submit a resume along with a good contact phone number

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED and successful completion of Indiana Law Enforcement School for Jailers within one year of employment.
• Possession of a valid Indiana driver’s license and a demonstrated safe driving record.
• Knowledge of standard practices and procedures in administering first aid and ability to be certified in CPR.
• Knowledge of and ability to make practical application of customary practices, procedures, rules, regulations, and personnel policies of the Department.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively use all assigned Department uniforms and/or equipment, including computer terminal and printer, intercom system, radio, telephone, security cameras, and electric locking devices.
• Ability to meet all Department hiring and retention requirements, including not posing a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Ability to appropriately receive, maintain, and account for articles received in evidence.
• Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of Department information and records according to state requirements.
• Ability to comply with all employer and Department policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
• Ability to effectively perform the essential duties of the position, including, but not limited to, walking and/or standing for extended periods, and physically restraining detainees during emergency situations.
• Ability to deal swiftly, rationally, and decisively with potentially violent individuals in precarious situation and perform duties despite the stress of potential personal injury or loss of life.

Applications: Interested persons may contact the Daviess County Sheriff’s Department at (812) 254-1060; or pickup an application at the Daviess County Sheriff Department at 101 N.E. 4th Street Washington, IN 47501. Following the receipt and review of applications and resumes submitted, the Daviess County Sheriff’s Department will schedule interviews with prospective candidates. DAVIESS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.47 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Will you be able to pass a background check?
• Will you be able to pass a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) test?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, IN 47501 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22