Correctional Officer

Rock Island, IL
Rock Island County Sheriff

Salary: $25.78/hr.

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, performs routine work in dealing with persons under confinement and includes the control, care, feeding and general welfare of inmates detained at the County corrections facility. Incumbent processes incoming and outgoing inmates, monitors and assists in daily inmate activities and maintains related records and reports. The employee receives continuing or individual assignments from the supervisor generally indicating work to be done, limitation, quality and quantity expected, deadlines and priority of assignments.

Essential Functions:

  • Admits and releases persons committed to the County correctional facility. Places inmates under confinement in cells or other areas as directed.
  • Maintains good order and conduct and is responsible for the care, general welfare and feeding of inmates as assigned.
  • Ensures the cleanliness of the area of assigned responsibility. Transports inmates to various sites as required.
  • Exercises reasonable and/or special care or action, as the need dictates or as directed, in handling special or unusual inmates.
  • Performs routine checks of inmates and cell areas for contraband, escape attempts, unauthorized articles, weapons or other items.
  • Searches and removes all unauthorized personal articles and contraband from all prisoners.
  • Accepts, records, and stores personal possessions of inmates. Takes bond monies. Maintains accurate records.
  • Performs various clerical duties as required. Distributes and opens mail.
  • Files records. Provides information to attorneys, courts, and general public.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma, GED or other certificate of competency supplemented by completion of an approved basic correctional officer training course, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.