Jailer

Chippewa County is currently seeking candidates for Jailer positions within the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Department. This position is responsible for supervising inmates of the Chippewa County Jail while assuring a safe, secure, and sanitary environment. Qualified candidates will have the ability to manage, direct and command people in a respectful and effective manner as well as a demonstrated history of being able to think and act quickly, accurately and calmly under time constraints and in difficult or emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications: A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Two (2) years of previous full-time work experience required. Two (2) years of previous corrections/ jail experience and/or 60 college credits is preferred. If not currently certified, the 200-hour basic Jail Officers Certification must be obtained within one year of hire (tuition and wages while attending the school are paid by Chippewa County). A valid driver’s license is required. Visit www.co.chippewa.wi.us and select “Career Opportunities” to view the full position description and other job requirements.

Starting Wage: $22.50 per hour – OR – $24.30 per hour with two (2) or more years qualified experience. Maximum Wage: $30.38 per hour

Pending County Board Approval, Starting Wage Increase Effective 1/1/24: $24.29 – $26.40 per hour. Maximum Wage: $31.68 per hour.

Benefits: Health Insurance offered through AmeriBen (Anthem BluePreferred Network) is a high deductible plan ($2,000 – Single and $4,000 – Family) with $0 monthly premiums! Includes Near-Site Clinic at ReforMedicine with $0 cost office visits, physicals, labs, etc. Wisconsin Retirement System pension! Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Disability Insurance offered. Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) of 7.09 hours earned bi-weekly! For more information on Chippewa County’s Benefits visit:
https://www.co.chippewa.wi.us/government/administration/human-resources-division/employee-benefits

TO APPLY: Applications will only be accepted through the online application process at www.co.chippewa.wi.us under Career Opportunities. Applications must be submitted electronically by Wednesday, October 25th 2023 at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after that date and time will not be considered. EOE.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chippewa/

Deadline Note: TO APPLY: Applications will only be accepted through the online application process at www.co.chippewa.wi.us under Career Opportunities. Applications must be submitted electronically by Wednesday, October 25th 2023 at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after that date and time will not be considered. EOE.