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Oneida County - Labor Relations/Employee Services

Corrections Officer

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $26.93/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Rhinelander, WI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/16/2026

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A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.

$59,885 / year median in Wisconsin

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Oneida County Sheriff's Office Pay starting at $26.93 per hour Oneida County is accepting applications for full-time Corrections Officer positions with the Sheriff's Office. This position is responsible for the operations and security of the jail. No previous experience required and excellent training is provided. Position includes an excellent benefit package including enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System, health, dental and vision insurance, short-term disability coverage and generous PTO (Paid Time Off) with the ability to carry over unused hours into future years. The 2026 starting wage is $26.93 per hour with potential for performance and cost of living wage increases. Additional compensation for shift differential, and premium pay is provided for nine holidays. Qualified applicants must have a High School degree or equivalent; knowledge of computers; keep accurate records and make detailed reports; good verbal and written communication skills; basic math skills; have a valid WI driver's license; make good independent decisions based on practices, rules and procedures. Knowledge of rules, regulations and state statutes regarding housing of prisoners as well as State Certification as a Corrections Officer is preferred. Successful applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, medical exam, psychological assessment, background check and interview. No previous experience required. On the job training is provided by experienced training officers prior to obtaining Correctional Officer Certification. Employer pays wages and certification costs to obtain Corrections Officer Certification. Complete job description and required Sheriff's Office application is available at www.oneidacountywi.gov under the Employment tab. Applications must be typed, fully completed, signed and either emailed to klpayne@oneidacountywi.gov or mailed to Oneida County

LRES, P.O.

Box 400, Courthouse, 1 S. Oneida Ave., Rhinelander, WI 54501. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Oneida County is an Equal Opportunity Employer