Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- One (1) year of post high school work experience, preferably in a civil or military law enforcement unit or detention facility
- Valid driver’s license
- Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential job functions as listed in the Correctional Officer ADA Functions Worksheet
- Must pass a background investigation conducted by the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department
Nice to Have
- One (1) year of post high school education/training can be substituted to fulfill the work experience requirement
Benefits
- Excellent health/dental/vision
- Life insurance
- Generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year)
- Exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
- Optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- On-site health & wellness clinic
- Balanced work-life culture
- Employee wellness program
- On-site fitness center
- Free parking
- Easy access to interstate highway systems
Work Arrangement
On-site
Team
Team size: approximately 160 corrections staff. Structure: Waukesha County Sheriff's Department manages and operates the Jail
WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILS
Curious what it is like to work in the Waukesha County Jail as a Correctional Officer? Check us out here: Waukesha County Jail. The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department manages and operates a 481-bed Jail which contains a combination of direct supervision and remote supervision housing pods. It is a maximum-security facility which houses male and female, pre-trial and sentenced offenders. The Department is also responsible for inmates who have release privileges for work, education, child or elder care, and treatment programs. It employs approximately 160 corrections staff. The starting hourly rate is $29.61 together with excellent benefits. Discover the details by clicking on the 2026 Non-exempt Benefit Summary. Lateral Transfer Benefits are available with at least 3-years of full-time experience in a similar position within the 12-months prior to hire. Lateral benefits afford a higher starting wage, accelerated vacation accrual, and 40-hours of paid sick time upon hire. We invite you to apply for a full-time Correctional Officer position! Previous corrections experience is not required.
CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION
To view the full classification specification for Correctional Officer click here.
EEO
Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County. For further information visit: https://www.waukeshacounty.gov The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Applicant Policy
We are committed to service and find purpose in the work we do for our community! Check out our comprehensive benefits including an onsite health and wellness clinic! We value personal and professional development!
Additional Information
- Lateral Transfer Benefits are available with at least 3-years of full-time experience in a similar position within the 12-months prior to hire
- Lateral benefits afford a higher starting wage, accelerated vacation accrual, and 40-hours of paid sick time upon hire
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
- The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas
- Candidates will need to pass a background investigation conducted by the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Location: Located in the City of Waukesha
