On Call - Corrections Officer

Portage County currently has a rewarding opportunity as an On-Call Corrections Officer within the Sheriff's Office. Do you have prior Corrections Officer experience and looking to pick up some hours in a rewarding position? 2026 starting pay is $26.23 / hr What are the primary job responsibilities? Supervises inmates and maintains security of Jail and Juvenile Detention Center First line inmate grievance mediator Completion of initial mental health screenings Assists in the transport of prisoners to and from facilities, courts and medical/mental treatment facilities Dispense medication and assist nurse with medical visits Provides mental and physical triage to inmates Maintain required data, complete necessary forms and document behavioral problems Photograph and fingerprint inmates These are the minimum qualifications we are seeking: High school diploma or equivalent.

Completion of basic jailer school or grandfathered by Wisconsin Training and Standards board. Must have been employed for at least one consecutive full-time year as a jail or juvenile detention officer within the last three years. Additional requirements include: Valid Wisconsin Driver's License No felony convictions unless pardoned by the Governor Must be 18 years of age or older and a U.

S. Citizen Must meet and maintain recruitment and eligibility criteria established by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board of Jailers Must satisfactorily complete all required training during time period established by department and pass background check. * On Call Casual positions are not eligible for benefits Portage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer