TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION AT: CO.MARATHON.WI.US

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Marathon County Employee Resources Department is recruiting to fill current and future vacancies that may occur.

Corrections Officers and Juvenile Detention Officers are responsible for the safety and supervision of inmates at the Marathon County adult jail and juvenile detention center operating 24 hours a day, seven days per week. Employees work 12 hour shifts on a 2on/2off, 3on/2off, 2on/3off shift schedule. This work schedule includes weekends and holidays.

This is responsible work ensuring that secure, safe, and sanitary conditions exists in the daily operation of the County Adult or Juvenile detention facility. Corrections Officers must be capable to perform duties in all areas of the corrections facilities including floor, housing control, central control, booking, escort/transportation, and Huber/home monitoring assignments at any given time. Corrections Officers may also be required to provide assistance in the duties of Classification and Court Officers.

Work is performed in accordance with established policies and procedures. Employees will need to exercise some independent judgment when monitoring inmate behavior. Decisions are usually limited to interpretation of rules and an immediate supervisor is available for consultation. No supervision is exercised over other employees but may involve supervision of inmate work. Direct supervision is received from supervisors or higher ranking officers. Work is reviewed by observance and inspection of compliance with established rules and procedures. Work may be performed on a rotating shift basis. Work involves an element of danger.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduation or equivalent preferred. PLUS one of the following:

• One year work experience involving direct care and safety of inmates in a correctional setting, residents in a group/shelter home, or patients in a secured institutional facility;
• OR one year law enforcement experience;
• OR related associate or bachelor degree;
• OR equivalent combination of related education and experience.

Good personal reputation and background which will withstand pre-appointment investigation. Current certification as a Wisconsin Jail Officer or Juvenile Detention Officer is a plus. Ability to speak Hmong or Spanish is not required, but will be given credit in evaluating applications. NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATION: Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets County standards.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Performs varied job assignments as required, rotating assignments between floor, housing control, central control, booking, escort/transportation, and Huber/home monitoring assignments. Examples of duties follow:

• Receives arrested, detained, or sentenced persons and properly books all incarcerated inmates in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains security of adult or juvenile inmates and facility involving both direct inmates supervision and periodic checks of all blocks.
• Completes inmate population counts, security logs, and incident reports as needed.
• Ensures inmates are following facility policies; completes cell searches as necessary; reports any discrepancies to supervisor for disciplinary review.
• Delivers meals, prescribed medications, linens, mail, and canteen items to inmates.
• Escorts inmates within facility for attorney and probation visits, court appearances, sick call, and various programs. Escorts inmates outside of facility for court appearances, medical appointments, Health Care Center, etc.
• Operates all electronically controlled doors within facility. Monitors closed circuit cameras and alarms. Dispatches staff to areas of need within the facility.
• Monitors vehicles entering secure garage and visitors in the secure area.
• Operates the TIME systems computer plus other equipment in central control. Ensures security of the central control area.
• Completes required documentation before releasing inmates; processes any bonding.
• Monitors arrival and departure time of huber inmates. Ensures returning inmates are properly searched.
• May be assigned hospital duty to guard an inmate receiving medical care.
• May be required to employ passive counter measures and control alternatives, when interacting with inmates in combative situations.
• Develops solutions to work issues that add value for our customers.
• Participates in establishing professional development goals that are supportive of broader County goals.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance; works overtime/extra hours as required.
• Performs related work as required.

COMPENSATION:

Initial Hire Rate: $22.07/hour - After 1-year probation increase to $23.21/hour

Candidates with prior experience may lateral in at $23.21/hour.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION AT: CO.MARATHON.WI.US

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.07 - $26.63 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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