Probationary Corrections Officer-Sheriff

Elkhart County Indiana
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 19, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    PROBATIONARY CORRECTIONS OFFICER – SHERIFFJob ID: 1211DEPARTMENT : Elkhart County Sheriff's OfficeHIRING RANGE : $26.52/hour, $27.85/hour upon completion of training, $27.85–$41.24/hour based on education and position‑related experienceBENEFITS OFFEREDHealth, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability InsuranceFree primary care health clinicSupplemental insurance and employee assistance programRetirement pension and deferred compensation 457(b)14 paid holidays annuallyGenerous paid vacation and sick timeEligible employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness programPOSITION TO BE FILLEDASAP – All applicants will be notified of the next testing date.HOURS & DAYS OF WORKVariable shifts.LOCATION OF POSITIONElkhart.TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSWithin County (please complete driving page on application).JOB SUMMARYThis position performs intake and release functions, floor monitoring, serving at the control counter, preparing and filing reports, supervision of inmates and other related functions. Must follow universal precaution standards for blood borne diseases. This is an entry level position. Successful candidates have an opportunity to advance through a career development program within the Sheriff's Office.JOB REQUIREMENTSHigh school graduate or equivalent.Valid driver's license.Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and a US citizen.Must pass polygraph or CVSA, background check (criminal and credit) and drug screen.Personal interview.Elkhart County Human Resources117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL FILLEDElkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Job Description

    PROBATIONARY CORRECTIONS OFFICER – SHERIFFJob ID: 1211DEPARTMENT : Elkhart County Sheriff's OfficeHIRING RANGE : $26.52/hour, $27.85/hour upon completion of training, $27.85–$41.24/hour based on education and position‑related experienceBENEFITS OFFEREDHealth, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability InsuranceFree primary care health clinicSupplemental insurance and employee assistance programRetirement pension and deferred compensation 457(b)14 paid holidays annuallyGenerous paid vacation and sick timeEligible employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness programPOSITION TO BE FILLEDASAP – All applicants will be notified of the next testing date.HOURS & DAYS OF WORKVariable shifts.LOCATION OF POSITIONElkhart.TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSWithin County (please complete driving page on application).JOB SUMMARYThis position performs intake and release functions, floor monitoring, serving at the control counter, preparing and filing reports, supervision of inmates and other related functions. Must follow universal precaution standards for blood borne diseases. This is an entry level position. Successful candidates have an opportunity to advance through a career development program within the Sheriff's Office.JOB REQUIREMENTSHigh school graduate or equivalent.Valid driver's license.Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and a US citizen.Must pass polygraph or CVSA, background check (criminal and credit) and drug screen.Personal interview.Elkhart County Human Resources117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL FILLEDElkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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