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St. Clair County (IL)

IL

$49K - $77K/yr

Clair County Jail, ensuring inmate welfare, maintenance of jail security, and adherence to both ... Requires ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the ...

County of Pottawatomie

Jailer Recruit

Westmoreland, KS · On-site

$21.06 - $31.83/hr

Description This position performs Jail duties ensuring the welfare of all inmates of the ... Ability to communicate effectively with residents, co-workers and the public both verbally and in ...

Prince William County, VA

Jail Officer

Woodbridge, VA · On-site

$66K - $116K/yr

... for Jail Officers. In this role, you will protect behind the walls as you serve the community ... You can look forward to coming to work in a safe and secure environment, while working alongside a ...

Prince William County Government

Jail Officer

Woodbridge, VA · On-site

$66K - $116K/yr

... for Jail Officers. In this role, you will protect behind the walls as you serve the community ... You can look forward to coming to work in a safe and secure environment, while working alongside a ...

Pottawatomie County

Jailer Recruit

Westmoreland, KS · On-site

$21.06 - $31.83/hr

Description: This position performs Jail duties ensuring the welfare of all inmates of the ... Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those ...

Pottawatomie County

Jailer Recruit

Westmoreland, KS · On-site

$31.83/hr

Job Type Full-time Description This position performs Jail duties ensuring the welfare of all ... Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those ...

La Crosse County

JAILER

La Crosse, WI · On-site

$27.83 - $34.71/hr

Balance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with others Essential Job Functions Receives inmates committed to the County Jail and safeguards their possessions, including ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for jail workers in the United States is $37,912.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,000.00 and $44,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Regional Jail Sergeant

Suffolk, VA

Western Tidewater Regional Jail
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$68K - $84K/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 hours ago

Key responsibilities

  • Maintain custody, care, control, and security of inmates, staff, and equipment within the facility.

  • Supervise daily inmate activities, perform security rounds, inspect housing units, and monitor inmates to ensure order and compliance.

  • Respond to emergency situations, perform basic lifesaving activities, and provide support to other officers as needed.

Job description

WESTERN TIDEWATER REGIONAL JAIL
2402 Godwin Boulevard, Suffolk, Virginia 23434
Telephone: (757) 539-3119 Ext. 555
Sign On Bonus up to $4,000 Available!
  • Looking for a career with job security?
  • Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others?
  • Looking to make a good living, become more confident, and be a role model of strength and respect?
  • Is your work/life balance a problem?
  • Would you enjoy working only 13 days a month in a full-time position with awesome benefits?
  • Want to have access to affordable health, dental, vision amp; other benefits, including paid leave?
  • Would you like to retire at age 50 after only working 25 years?
  • Are you currently a DCJS certified Jail Officer?

IF YOU ANSWERED YES TO THESE QUESTIONS, THEN IT’S TIME YOU JOIN OUR TEAM OF JAIL OFFICERS!

Job Description
The Jail Officer is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the facility to include all inmates, personnel, and the public.
  • Maintains custody, care, control, and security of inmates, staff, and equipment within a regional jail.
  • Directs and interacts with inmates on a constant basis while supervising daily activity and ensuring order and compliance with established rules and regulations.
  • Performs security rounds, inspects housing units, continuously monitors special status inmates, and controls doors throughout the facility in accordance with policy and standards.
  • Reviews shift pass-down and inmate information necessary for a safe and smooth shift transition.
  • Performs headcounts, feeding, and resolves inmate issues.
  • Escorts inmates to and from various locations inside and outside of the facility when necessary.
  • Enforces rules in a firm, fair, and consistent manner.
  • Provides assistance and direction to inmates on issues, procedures, behavior, and schedules.
  • Accurately prepares, maintains, and updates computerized logs and detailed reports.
  • Responds and takes action in emergency situations to include defending self and others, performs basic lifesaving activities, and provides back up support for other officers when necessary.
  • Notifies medical staff of any health conditions or symptoms with urgency when necessary.
  • Provides coaching and guidance to staff members to ensure operations are in accordance with established policy.
  • Participates in daily muster meetings to exchange critical Passdown information with staff.
  • Facilitates daily security scanning/searching of staff and their belongings to ensure safety.
  • Acts as the Watch Commander in the absence of the Lieutenant.
Benefits
Paid training and promotional opportunities.
Membership in the Virginia Retirement System with the Hazardous Duty Supplement.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account, Legal Resources, Life Insurance
YMCA Membership at highly discounted rates
Paid time off.
Activities Requiring Physical Fitness
1. Defensive Tactics Program: kneeling, bending, handcuffing, squatting, etc.
2. Firearms Training: kneeling, running, bending, pull pistol trigger with strong hand and off hand, holding pistol with two hands, using off hand to assist with reloads and immediate action drills (malfunctions)
3. Must be able to defend self and other when necessary.
4. Must be able to occasionally sit and work on a computer.
5. Must be able to walk extensively, run occasionally, and climb stairs.
6. Must be available to work 12-hour rotating shifts, day or night. Jail Officers are essential personnel subject to recall at any time and are required to report during emergencies and/or inclement weather events.
7. Must be able to work in a high stress environment with constant noise and occasional foul odors.

Minimum Qualifications
Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma from an accredited high school or GED. A valid driver’s license is required. Basic basic computer skills are required. DMV transcript and criminal background checks must be acceptable. MUST BE CURRENTLY DCJS CERTIFIED TO WORK IN A REGIONAL JAIL.

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