Correctional Officer Job at Winnebago County Sheriff's Department, Rockford, IL

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  • Winnebago County Sheriff's Department
  • Rockford, IL

Job Description

The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Corrections Officer. The successful applicant will perform the duties and responsibilities of a Corrections Officer. 

  • Starting pay is $27.25* an hour, $59,514 annually (*effective 1/1/2026)
  • Shift schedules are 12 hour days, in a rotating 2 week schedule. Officers work 15 days a month with this cycle.
  • Probationary officers will be assigned to a day shift (6am-6pm) or night shift (6pm-6am) based on operational needs. After probation, officers can bid on shifts based on seniority.  
  • The Winnebago County Jail is the 2nd largest county jail in the state, with a bed size of 1,313 and an average daily population of 750 inmates.
  • Specialized opportunities and positions include K9, Field Training Officer, CERT, Gang Unit, Court Officer, Firearms Instructor, and more.
  • Fully paid state academy training
  • Annual uniform allowance of $800

Contact our recruiting officer, Senior Officer Jared Smith, at smithj@sheriff.wincoil.gov with any questions.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be a citizen of the United States.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license upon which the applicant may legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Illinois.
  • Must not have been convicted of a felony nor any other crime which would prevent the applicant from attending a certified academy for basic police training under the Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILSC 705/1 et seq.) or which would prevent the applicant from legally possessing a firearm.
A FOID card is required for the position. If you do not have one, you can apply for one at

Applicants must successfully pass the following examinations

  • Background Investigation
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Medical Examination

* Please note that if you intentionally omit or leave information off of your application, or if you lie on your application, that is considered an automatic disqualifier, and your application will be removed from consideration.*  

The Winnebago County Sheriff's Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Trial period, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift

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