Correctional Officer

**Dubuque County**

1 Positions

ID: 2025-00080

Posted On 03/02/2026

Refreshed On 06/02/2026

**Job Overview**

**Description**

Performs intermediate protective and human support service work ensuring the care and security of inmates at the county jail; does related work as required.
Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Jail Administrator, Assistant Jail Administrator, and jail sergeants or acting sergeants.

**Job Duties**

The duties of Correctional Officers will consist of, but not be limited to:

+ Processing inmates into custody of institution, searching prisoners, taking charge of personal property; providing opportunity to call attorney or relative, advising on institutional rules and regulations;
+ Operating specialized equipment;
+ Patrolling jail area periodically to ensure security and maintain order;
+ Supervising inmates during meal...