Corrections Officer (Class 148)

About the role

Consider a career with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office; you have the opportunity to become a member of a large and rapidly growing agency in the Southwest. Our mission is to attract high-quality, highly motivated, and goal-oriented candidates to become future leaders of the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. All Hamilton County Deputies begin their careers in the Jail Services Division, where they obtain 360 hours of paid training within their first year of assignment. Upon successful completion of the training and other departmental requirements, officers will complete their probationary period. Working in the Jail provides valuable experience, knowledge, and communication to prepare Deputies to advance in their careers.

Responsibilities

• Process inmates in/out of the Jail, maintaining all necessary paperwork.
• Verify court commitments, warrants to discharge, and other court orders.
• Schedule inmate transportation between the Hamilton County Jail and other detention facilities.
• Fingerprint and photograph incoming inmates.
• Search inmates according to established procedures, segregating as necessary and assigning/admitting inmates to cell blocks.
• Supervise inmates visually and/or by closed‑circuit TV in all areas of the Jail for well‑being and facility security.
• Supervise trustees in their work assignments.
• Administer medication; issue jail/bed clothing; provide commissary items; attend to all other inmate needs as required.
• Coordinate inmate movement inside and/or outside of the Jail; arrange medical/dental appointments, court appearances, professional evaluations, and other required transportation.
• Arrange telephone calls and visitation for inmates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• One (1) year of experience performing public safety, security, corrections, or customer service duties, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, of good moral character.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• No conviction of a misdemeanor involving immoral character (theft, domestic violence, etc.) or any felony.
• Drug‑free for a minimum of 12 months.
• Must submit to a criminal and personal background check.
• Be in good physical condition and free from any medical conditions that would interfere with the responsibilities of a Corrections Officer.
• Able to speak, read, and write English.
• Pass written examination, physical fitness assessment, and medical examination.
• Appearance standards: no visible tattoos or body art on face, head, neck, or hands; body piercing or alteration visible and not medically required is prohibited.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off: Paid Holidays, Vacation, and sick time.
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option.
• Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer‑Paid Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and more.