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  • SHERIFF - OFFICER, CORRECTIONAL

  • Peoria County Government
  • Peoria, Illinois 61602 United States View Map

Summary

SHERIFF - OFFICER, CORRECTIONAL

The Peoria County Sheriff's Office is currently accepting applications for candidates interested in serving as Correctional Officers at the Peoria County Jail. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Must have a High School diploma or equivalent. Must be a resident of Peoria County or must reside within a 35-mile radius of the four-way stop in Kickapoo Township (map for reference). Must be able to pass a physical abilities test, written examination (National Corrections Officer Selection Test, 'NEST'), polygraph test, medical examination, and/or other tests as required. Must submit to fingerprinting by the Peoria County Sheriff's Office. Must be able to complete a probationary period of six months.

Position: 3301308

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Posting Start: 01/05/2026

Posting End: 12/31/2026

Minimum Salary: $27.50

Job Description

SHERIFF - OFFICER, CORRECTIONAL

The Peoria County Sheriff's Office is currently accepting applications for candidates interested in serving as Correctional Officers at the Peoria County Jail. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Must have a High School diploma or equivalent. Must be a resident of Peoria County or must reside within a 35-mile radius of the four-way stop in Kickapoo Township (map for reference). Must be able to pass a physical abilities test, written examination (National Corrections Officer Selection Test, 'NEST'), polygraph test, medical examination, and/or other tests as required. Must submit to fingerprinting by the Peoria County Sheriff's Office. Must be able to complete a probationary period of six months.

Position: 3301308

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Posting Start: 01/05/2026

Posting End: 12/31/2026

Minimum Salary: $27.50

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