Lateral Corrections Officer

Lake County Sheriff's Office

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Contact Information

Address:

Lake County Sheriff's Office
25 S Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085

Phone:

  • 847-377-4307

Fax:

  • 847-984-5817

Position Information

Application Deadline:

  • NA

Salary:

  • Starting: Up to $100,630 annually with approved lateral wage placement credit

    Qualified lateral applicants may receive up to six years of wage placement credit, potentially allowing you to start at $48.38/hour ($100,630), depending on qualifications and placement approval

    $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS: In addition to competitive compensation, lateral hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments: $2,000 after six months of employment and $3,000 upon completion of two years.

    WHY MAKE THE MOVE TO LAKE COUNTY?

    • Starting pay up to $100,630 annually with approved lateral wage placement credit
    • $5,000 sign-on bonus
    • Competitive salary with opportunities for future increases
    • Comprehensive benefits package, including:
      • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
      • Pension and deferred compensation opportunities
      • Professional development and specialized training opportunities
    • A challenging and rewarding career with a professional, team-oriented organization with opportunities for promotion

Sworn:

  • 215

Population:

  • 715,000

Position Details

Are you an experienced Correctional Officer looking for better compensation, excellent benefits, and an opportunity to advance your career?

The Lake County Sheriff's Office wants to hear from you!

We recognize the experience and training you bring to the profession.

LATERAL ELIGIBILITY:

We are looking for experienced Correctional Officers who want to bring their skills and experience to the Lake County Sheriff's Office. 

To qualify for the lateral hiring process, applicants must:

  • Currently be employed as a Correctional Officer at an Illinois county or state correctional facility. Federal correctional employees are not eligible.
  • Have at least two years of continuous full-time experience (this requirement may be waived for those who have successfully completed probation).
  • Be in good standing with their current department, with no prior disciplinary suspensions.
  • Have successfully completed Illinois Basic Correctional Officer Training or equivalent training accepted by the Illinois State Training Board.
Qualified lateral applicants receive a waiver of the written and physical agility examinations.

Additional hiring requirements include:

  • Interview
  • Background investigation
  • Polygraph
  • Psychological examination
  • Medical examination
  • Drug screening 

YOUR EXPERIENCE HAS VALUE. LET IT COUNT!

If you're ready for a new opportunity where your experience is recognized and rewarded, consider making the move to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.

Lake County residency is not required.

APPLY TODAY!

Apply online:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lakecountyil/jobs/4671293/lateral-corrections-officer-5-000-sign-on-bonus?keywords=corrections&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer



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