Corrections Officer

The Hancock County Sheriff's Office located in Findlay, OH is a law enforcement organization that strives to provide professional services to ensure the safety and security of its citizens, maintain human rights, protect property, and preserve life. The department operates with a philosophy that allows law enforcement and the community residents to work together to prevent and solve crimes.

Job Description

Receives and discharges inmates; performs complete booking process including fingerprinting, photographs, etc. Performs search of persons leaving or reentering the facility for contraband; completes required forms necessary during booking and release process; prepares routine records, reports and files as required; makes proper entries into jail management software; operates video player software to review video in incidents recorded by jail security camera; uses Microsoft Outlook to send and receive electronic email.

Correction Officer Requirements:

• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Willing to perform shift work
• Willing to work holidays/weekends and overtime
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Transfer prior law enforcement service (pending on experience and qualifications)
• Vacation after 6 months
• Longevity
• Health, vision & dental insurance
• Free life insurance policy
• Employee assistance program

General Requirements for Employment:

• No felony convictions
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License/ID
• Must be able to pass extensive background investigation including, but not limited to, the monitoring of social media accounts, prior law enforcement interaction, and personal & past job references
• Applicants are subject to drug screening