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Correctional Officer

Lincoln County
Merrill, WI Intern
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026
JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB DUTIES: This, non-sworn position, under the

direction of the Sheriff and the general supervision of the Jail

Administrator, will perform a variety of duties including regularly and

predictably reporting for work, maintaining security and control in the

jail, intervening to stop disturbances, administering first aid,

conducting searches and inspections, surveillance of inmates, care and

custody of inmates, and preparing reports and other paperwork.

Correctional Officers are required to work weekends, nights, holidays

and overtime as shift rotations dictate. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND

QUALIFICATIONS: QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age; high

school diploma or equivalent; valid Wisconsin driver\'s license; no

felony convictions, satisfactory completion of all required training

during time period as established by the agency; strong written and

verbal communications skills; experience with and knowledge of

computers; ability to work in confined area under stressful situations.

120 hour jail certification is preferred but not required. Must complete

a one year probationary period. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Apply Online

https://www.co.lincoln.wi.us/administration/job-opening/correctional-officer-0

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