Correctional Officer Job at Winnebago County Sheriff's Department, Rockford, IL

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  • Winnebago County Sheriff's Department
  • Rockford, IL

Job Description

The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Corrections Officer. The successful applicant will perform the duties and responsibilities of a Corrections Officer. 

  • Starting wages are $24.46/hour or $53,420.64/annually (current 1/1/2024)
  • Shift schedules are 12 hour days, in a rotating 2 week schedule. Officers work 15 days a month with this cycle.
  • Probationary officers will be assigned to a day shift (6am-6pm) or night shift (6pm-6am) based on operational needs. After probation, officers can bid on shifts based on seniority.  
  • The Winnebago County Jail is the 2nd largest county jail in the state, with a bed size of 1,313 and an average daily population of 750 inmates.
  • Specialized opportunities and positions include K9, Field Training Officer, CERT, Gang Unit, Court Officer, Firearms Instructor, and more.

Contact our recruiting officer, Senior Officer Jared Smith, at 815-319-6009 or smithj@wcso-il.us with any questions.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be a citizen of the United States.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license upon which the applicant may legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Illinois.
  • Must not have been convicted of a felony nor any other crime which would prevent the applicant from attending a certified academy for basic police training under the Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILSC 705/1 et seq.) or which would prevent the applicant from legally possessing a firearm.

Applicants must successfully pass the following examinations

  • Background Investigation
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Medical Examination

The Winnebago County Sheriff's Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Tags

Full time, Trial period, Gangs, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift,

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