Job Postings

Benefits for all Full-Time Positions

10-12 paid holidays & 2 floating holidays
Personal/sick time - 1/2 day a month starting at the 2nd month
Vacation after 6 months of employment
Health insurance including, medical, dental and vision at 1st of month after 60 days
County paid life insurance
Retirement plan

Conservation Program/Field Technician - Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD)

Full-Time - Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Starting Wage: $25.00

Responsibilities:

Assist with grant application, implementation, and reporting (e.g. Lake and River Enhancement -LARE, Clean Water Indiana -CWI, Environment Protection Agency - EPA. 319), including working with landowners, developing conservation plans, conducting field inspections, and tracking work.
Review Indiana's Stormwater Pollution Protection Erosion Control plans and conduct onsite inspections for soil erosion control and water quality on construction sites.
Collaborate with IDEM and County Planning Office, consult with developers and contractors ensuring state and county policies and specifications are being met on construction sites.
Make workload and data entries for analysis on state Share Point program for SWCD's.
Provide technical information and assistance to the public with other agencies related to local, state, and federal conservation programs, including, but not limited to, grazing management, warm season grass projects, erosion control, wildlife habitat, water quality/quantity, and wetlands.
Investigate erosion problems and complaints, including field/onsite inspections, and offer assistance for remediation.
Maintain and update SWCD program files, maps, forms, and assist the public with related inquiries.
Assist with Soil Health programs/efforts.
Plan and conduct meetings or events with landowners, developers, contractors and citizens on conservation compliance and opportunities.
Conduct semi-annual onsite landfill inspections for assessment to determine if state policies and specifications are being met. Work in collaboration with Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) on inspection reporting.
Assist with field days, workshops, tours, and other educational and informational programs.
Assist with onsite field work for local, state, and federal conservation programs, including surveying, collecting data, inspecting projects for compliance with contracts, policies, and specifications.
Coordinate annual county tillage transect and cover crop/tillage transect in the fall. Collaborate with Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) to record and submit data.
Coordinate food plot seed program and consult with landowners with seeding and plot recommendations.

Qualifications:

Associate or Bachelor's degree in agriculture, natural resource management, or closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and previous related experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain E Authorization certification from USDA to assist with USDA federal programs.
Possession of state and federal training, certifications. Obtain UTV safety training and certification.
Obtain drone training, license, and certification.
Ability to obtain and maintain conservation planning certification from USDA-NRCS.
Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
Ability to pass a federal background check to obtain a link pass to access USDA computers and programs.
Thorough knowledge of and ability to make practical application of agricultural, natural resources, and local, state, and federal conservation laws and guidelines, USDA software and mapping programs.

6/17/25

Administrative Assistant - Community Corrections

Full-Time - Mon - 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Tues-Fri - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Starting Wage: $20.12

Responsibilities:

Answer telephone and greet visitors, respond to inquiries, provide information and assistance, take messages, direct callers to appropriate individual or agency, and/or check in offenders and notify appropriate staff member.
Accept and review incoming applications for the program and assigns offenders to Officers accordingly. Maintain log of applications and active offenders on the program. Send information requests for each offender to the National Crime Information Center.
Enter new offender data into Supervised Release System and assist in requesting and/or forwarding information to other Community Corrections departments and law enforcement agencies. Maintain offender information in databases, review offender files upon intake into the program.
Prepare schedule/calendars for Officers in the office and field, review and update forms/paperwork used in department.
Prepare drug screen forms for offenders, assess fees for each drug screen conducted.
Collect user fees, print receipts, write and mail restitution checks, and make appropriate bank deposits.
Complete billing claims and financial reports. Enter claims into LOW system for Auditor's office review. Maintain ledgers, financial files and prepare Reports of Collections for Auditor's office.
Complete required timecard forms, verify and approve timesheets, submit department payroll.
Write checks to Treasurer's office, balance checkbook, and work with State Board of Accounts on annual report of financial records.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/HSE
Ability to meet all Department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
Working knowledge of standard practices and procedures of the Department and of legal terminology used in Community Corrections proceedings, and ability to communicate with and assist Community Corrections personnel and various government and public agencies and departments as necessary.
Working knowledge of bookkeeping and standard accounting practices, with ability to balance checkbook, prepare bank deposits, process and complete billing claims, read/interpret bank statements, and maintain complete and accurate financial records.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.

6/17/25

Legal Assistant - Public Defender Office

Full-Time - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Mon - Fri

Starting Wage: $20.12 - $22.18

Responsibilities:

Maintain caseloads for assigned attorneys, including correspondence, file calendaring system, calendar conflicts, filings, and file organization.
Prepare, process, e-file, and file legal documents. Assist with closing out files.
Open and maintain new cases for assigned attorneys, as directed.
Schedule depositions for assigned attorneys, including preparing subpoenas, contacting Court Reporter, and reserving appropriate meeting room.
Attend annual Public Defender Commission Seminar.
Perform duties of co-workers, as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/HSE
Paralegal certifications or the ability to obtain and maintain paralegal certification is helpful but not required.
Knowledge of standard policies and practices of the Kosciusko County Public Defender Agency and related Court operations.
Knowledge of legal terminology and standard legal procedures and ability to assist with preparation of legal documents.
Knowledge of standard filing systems and ability to create and maintain departments records/files.
Working knowledge of standard office procedures and department software applications, and ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of interrelated processes, tasks, and operations.
Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and ability to prepare correspondence, court/legal documents, and detailed written reports.
Ability to properly operate standard office equipment.
Ability to provide public access to, and maintain confidentiality of department information and records according to state requirements.
Ability to work on several tasks at the same time and work rapidly for long periods, occasionally under time constraints.
Possession of a valid driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

5/27/25

Dispatcher - Sheriff's Office

Full-Time - 12-hour shifts

Starting Wage: $27.63

Responsibilities:

Receive all emergency-related calls, gather a maximum amount of information in a minimum amount of time, determine appropriate response and dispatch Police, Fire, EMS and/or other local emergency personnel accordingly.
Receive incoming non-emergency/information-related calls, determine nature of call, respond to inquiries, route caller to appropriate individual/department, take messages and/or forward calls to voicemail.
Enter all emergency and non-emergency dispatch data and shift activities in designated software program as required.
Receive and transmit computer teletypes pertaining to, but not limited to, criminal histories, driver's licenses, vehicle registrations, protective orders, gun permits, runaways, wanted and missing persons, and stolen property and vehicles.
Verify, enter and maintain accurate IDAC/NCIC information for the Department and other law enforcement agencies, researching and retrieving information as requested.
Provide medical instructions as needed and utilize mapping to provide directions.
Page Hospice, Red Cross, Hazmat and/or SWAT as situations demand. Contact Public Works, utilities, and wrecker services as necessary.
Periodically attend training programs for certification/re-certification in specialized areas as required.
May conduct training for new personnel as needed.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED
Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain possession of all required certifications, including, but not limited to, First Responder/CPR, IDAC/NCIC, and Emergency Medical Dispatch.
Ability to meet all employer and department hiring and retention requirements, including passage of a drug screen.
Knowledge of and ability to make practical application of standard practices, procedures, rules and regulations of the Department and ability to take authoritative action as situations demand.
Knowledge of local geographical area and ability to read maps, use emergency code terminology, and quickly, clearly and calmly respond during stressful situations.
Knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling and punctuation, and ability to condense large amounts of information into coherent typed remarks.
Practical knowledge of area law enforcement, EMS and fire demands, and ability to effectively perform essential duties of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self and other individuals in the workplace.
Ability to type with speed and accuracy and properly operate a variety of standard office equipment.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other City/County departments, Police, Fire, emergency services, public safety departments/agencies, Hospice, Welfare, wrecker services, and members of the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.
Ability to speak clearly and distinctly, hear and be heard and understood when communicating in person, by radio, or by telephone.
Ability to work irregular and/or extended hours, evenings and weekends as scheduled.

5/22/25

Education & Outreach Coordinator - Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD)

Full-Time - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Starting Wage: $25.00

Responsibilities:

Develop educational programs and curriculum for the purpose of enhancing knowledge of natural resources, including but not limited to soil, water, forestry, wildlife, habitat enhancement, invasive species, carbon sequestration, wetlands and pollinators.
Present educational programs to various community groups, schools, agencies, boards and service clubs.
Collaborate with traditional and nontraditional partners (e.g., TWF, WACF, Center for Lakes and Streams, Cooperative Extension, SWMD, Mollenhour Board, Clean Waters Initiative, KWWIP) to organize new and ongoing events (e.g Camp Mollenhour, Lake Festival, Earth Day, Ag Days, A Taste of Ag).
Organize and conduct programs, investigations in the field, in water (streams, lakes, rivers, wetlands) for various audiences and schools. Interpret data collected.
Oversee the ordering and maintenance of soil and water testing supplies and equipment.
Create and prepare displays/exhibits/recordings on natural resource topics for public viewing.
Assist with and coordinate field days, tours, workshops and other community outreach events.
Assist with outreach products including but not limited to news releases, newsletter, Facebook postings and the SWCD website.
Coordinate and participate in the SWCD rafting programs including scheduling schools, soliciting, training volunteers (instructors and land crew), organizing the itinerary and purchasing supplies.
Collaborate with board of supervisors on annual maintenance of the SWCD raft fleet and associated supplies. Coordinate raft leases and rentals.
Coordinate programs with the SWCD rain simulator equipment.
Coordinate the SWCD's Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program including but not limited to, scheduling speakers and venues, keeping records, coordinating program volunteer services and records. Send appropriate reports to state IMN coordinator.
Supervise and train SWCD volunteer team to assist with events, programs and workload.
Assist with coordination of the N Central and State Envirothon competition for Indiana.
Represent Kosciusko County SWCD as a participant member on the education committee of Arrow Head Country RC&D.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in agriculture, natural resource management, or closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and previous related experience.
Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
Possession of and ability to maintain Hoosier Riverwatch trainer certification, or other water training certifications and conduct water monitoring trainings.
Possession of and ability to maintain facilitator certification in IDNR and other educational curricula. (e.g. Project Learning Tree, Project WET. Project WILD and Aquatic WILD).
Ability to pass a federal background check to obtain a link pass to access USDA computers and programs.
Possession of a valid driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

5/22/25

Maintenance Technician

Full-Time - Mon - Fri, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Starting Wage: $24.61+ Depending on experience

Responsibilities:

Perform general maintenance duties, including, but not limited to, raising flag, unlocking doors, turning on lights, hanging/removing signs, and preparing designated rooms for special meetings as scheduled. Assist with office renovation, demolition, clean up, furniture assembly, and moving offices.
Maintain HVAC system, including but not limited to, change air filters, ensure proper upkeep of heating/cooling equipment such as maintain boiler and chiller equipment, service fan coils, change belts, heating and cooling valves, and motor replacement, and monitor system, assisted by Metasys system.
Perform plumbing maintenance, including repairing water leaks, unclogging drains, and installing fixtures. Install and maintain Jail electronic and pneumatic plumbing and lift stations.
Perform electrical maintenance to County buildings, fixtures, and equipment including testing circuits to locate problems and replacing equipment such as switches, outlets, and ballasts. Install LED upgrades. Perform diagnostics for electrical relay.
Maintain sidewalks and grounds, including operating tractors for snow removal and yard maintenance.
Maintain and service laundry equipment and commercial kitchen equipment, including but not limited to, dishwashers, garbage disposals, and steam kettle.
Maintain serviceability of equipment and tools, notify Administrator of need for replacement of supplies, order supplies, and assist with putting away supplies when necessary.
Diagnose and repair Jail pneumatic lock systems and jail door relays. Repair Jail window glass.
Maintain and continually update all department repair and maintenance files. Prepare related reports required for Jail logs as well as air handler maintenance logs.
Operate various tools and equipment.
Perform walkthroughs with vendors prior to estimate process.
Respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis while on call.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED
Minimum of two years of related maintenance experience required. Jail maintenance is preferred.
Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
Thorough knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, painting, heating and cooling systems, with ability to effectively determine County buildings repair and maintenance needs.
Thorough knowledge of Jail maintenance and plumbing systems, including pneumatic lock systems, door relays, electronic pneumatic plumbing and lift stations.
Working knowledge of applicable safety practices, and regulations, with ability to evaluate work projects and procedures, take proper precautions, and instruct Department employees accordingly to ensure safety of self, co-workers, County personnel and visitors.
Ability to properly and safely operate tools and equipment.
Ability to perform physical requirements of the position, including exposure to wet and icy conditions, working near chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, and dirt, and sitting and walking at will, standing/walking for long periods, lifting/carrying under 75 lbs, bending, crouching/kneeling, reaching, handling/grasping/carrying objects, pushing/pulling objects, far and close vision and hearing sounds/communication.
Ability to occasionally work extended, evening, and/or weekend hours.
Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis.
Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

3/12/25

Probation Officer - Probation

Full-Time - 37.5 hours

Starting Wage: $42,000/yr + depending on experience

Responsibilities:

Supervise and assist individuals that are place on probation by all suitable methods including, but not limited to, conduct home visits, employment contacts, collect samples for random drug testing, maintain contact with counseling and other social service agencies, perform crisis management and mediation as needed, in accordance with I.C. 11-13-1-3.
Furnish each person placed on probation a written statement of the conditions of probation and instruct them regarding the conditions of probation. I.C. 11-13-1-3
Assess individuals after arrest, complete any assessments, including Pre-Trial Risk Assessment and the ODARA Assessment per Criminal Rule 26. If a hearing is required, the Probation Officer is responsible for preparing the Court, Prosecuting Attorney, and Defense Council with the information regarding the hearing.
Prepare and file Pre-Trial Reports for the Court in accordance to assessment to aid the Court in a bond decision.
Notify Prosecutor's Office daily of Probable Cause Arrests and eligibility for CR 26 Pre-Trial Release.
Complete risk assessments in accordance with Indiana Risk Assessment (IRAS). Participate in mandatory communication with the Indiana Court Information Technology Extranet (INcite) to complete said risk assessments, per Indiana Probation Standards.
Maintain Certification for INcite.
Occasionally serve on 24-hour call, respond to emergencies as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice or related field.
Must be 21 years of age.
The ability to pass the Certified Probation officer certification by the Indiana Office of Court Services.
The ability to pass and maintain an Indiana Risk Assessment certification.
The ability to pass a drug test.
Complete 12 hours of continuing education each year, including Evidence Based Practices.
Working knowledge of the Indiana Criminal Code and Indiana Criminal Procedure.
Must maintain confidentiality of court proceedings and case files.

2/25/25

PT Financial Deputy - Auditor

Part-Time - 25-29 hours

Starting Wage: $20.92

Responsibilities:

Process claims for County, including, but not limited to, proofing claims submitted by various departments and ensuring accuracy for correct appropriation numbers and amounts, verifying vendors, compiling spreadsheet, printing checks and/or processing EFT, compiling checks and remittance slips, and preparing claim list for commissioners' approval, encumbering appropriations from previous year as necessary.
Process account payable claims entered by various departments, verifying amounts and appropriation numbers, processing dockets and writing checks/processing EFT accordingly.
Make corrections and/or updates to appropriate financial system as needed, including transferring finds, additional appropriations, receipt and claim adjustments, voiding checks, and adding/updating vendor information.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED
Ability to meet all employer Department hiring requirements, including passage of drug test.
Working knowledge of standard policies, practices, and legal requirements of excise taxes and Taxing System, with ability to effectively respond to inquiries, operate County computer systems, and apply appropriate procedures accordingly.
Knowledge of standard accounting procedures and ability to perform arithmetic operations.
Ability to work on several tasks at the same time and work rapidly for long periods, often under time pressure.

2/10/25

Truck Driver - Highway

Full-Time - 42.4 hours

Starting Wage: $21.81

Responsibilities:

Operate various trucks and equipment in clearing and maintaining County rods and rights-of-way, including dump truck, pay loader, front-end loader, pugmill, chipper, excavator, grader, snow plow, paver, power broom, compaction rollers and pavement recycler.
Haul and spread road materials, including gravel, sand, top dirt, asphalt, and salt.
Install/remove permanent and emergency road signs, and install pavement and railroad crossing markings.
Perform preventative maintenance on trucks and equipment, including washing, maintaining fluid levels, lubricating, changing oil and tires, and record on maintenance log as required.
Operate chain saws, mowers, and chipper in removing weeds, brush and storm-damaged trees from rights-of-way, including road sides, culverts, guard rails, and bridges.
Lift and load pipes and guard rails, shoveling and spreading road patching materials and picking up trash.
Periodically operate semi-trailer to haul heavy equipment to/from work sites.
Periodically assist with flagging/traffic control at work sites, and assist in excavating ditch/drainage sites and install and repair tile and culverts as needed.
Serve on 24-hour call for emergency situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED
Must be at least 18 years of age
Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and demonstrated safe driving record.
Ability to meet all employer and Department hiring and retention requirements, including passage of a drug test, medical exam, and not posing a direct threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace.
Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of safety policies and procedures and properly operate trucks, related equipment and tools, including dump truck, pay loader, pugmill, grader, front-end loader, chipper, snow plow, paver, power broom, compaction rollers, pavement recycler, chain saw, cutting torch, welding equipment, shovel rake, pruner, and various hand tools.
Working knowledge of and ability to physically and safely perform assigned duties which may involve sitting and/or standing/walking for long periods, heavy lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling objects, reaching, bending, and grasping objects.
Ability to work with or be exposed to violent/irate individuals and respond to situations involving potential physical harm to self and others.

2/5/25

Chief Deputy - Surveyor

Full-Time - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Mon - Fri

Starting: $46,866/yr

Responsibilities:

Supervise and direct assigned personnel, including interviewing candidates, contractors, and vendors, make hiring recommendations, plan and make work assignments, monitor work, evaluate performance, and maintain discipline.
Respond to and investigate drainage problems and complaints, including providing assistance, making field inspections and meeting with property owners, contractors, and vendors.
Supervise notification of property owners upcoming drainage projects as required. Coordinate time schedules and communicates with property owners and contractors.
Assist and educate individuals, offices and agencies regarding section corners, benchmarks, regulated drains, legal survey records, aerial photographs, topographical maps, historical county records, minutes, records, and research materials within the office.
Research and interpret regulated drain records in clarifying subsurface drain locations, drainage watershed boundaries and acreage affected by county drains.
Supervise and direct drainage maintenance contractors and vendors, monitor their progress, project budget, and completion dates. Monitor contractors and subcontractors to maintain quality, price control and ensure good public relations.
Authorize drainage maintenance work orders for Kosciusko County Drainage Board. authorize purchase of supplies and materials and change orders to assigned work as directed.
Complete forms for obtaining permits from Federal, State, and local agencies and maintain contact with agencies related to drainage projects.
Attend meetings with local, state and federal agencies and organizations to represent Drainage Board.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/HSE with three (3) years of work-related experience or Bachelor's degree in related field.
Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including the passage of a drug test and medical exam.
Thorough knowledge of and ability to read maps, legal descriptions, county geography, and ability to accurately research and review records, identify and resolve discrepancies and communicate with and assist the public as needed.
Practical knowledge and ability to communicate information on section corners, benchmarks, regulated drains, drainage codes, legal survey records, aerial photographs, and topographical maps.
Working knowledge of Indiana Drainage Code.
Ability to occasionally work extended and evening hours and travel out of town meetings training.

9/26/24

PT Registered Nurse for the Immunization Clinic - K21 Building

Hours will vary

Starting Wage: $24.32

Responsibilities:

Assist with vaccine clinics administering vaccines
Assist with lead testing
Ability to be back up coordinator when needed

2/23/24

Merit Deputy - Sheriff's Office

Full-Time - 12-hour shift

Starting Wage: $29.70

Responsibilities:

Enforce local and state laws by implementing effective policy for the prevention and investigation of crimes to protect the lives and property of the people.
Regularly patrol all roads within the County and other designated areas, ensuring the security of residences and businesses, investigate and report suspicious or unlawful activities, and perform necessary actions to ensure the proper enforcement of applicable laws.
Monitor radio and other communication devices and respond to citizens' calls of distress and complaints of alleged unlawful activity. Assess and bring situations under control and take statements from victims and witnesses. Provide appropriate assistance and unsure the lawful apprehension and arrest of criminal offenders as required by law.
Perform vehicle stops, including checking for proper licensing and registration, enforce traffic laws and speed limits, issue warnings and/or citations, administer roadside sobriety tests as necessary, and effect arrests as warranted.
Respond to and investigate traffic accidents. Assess extent of personal injuries, request emergency assistance, aid the injured, regulate and direct traffic, escort emergency vehicles and assist stranded motorists. Tag and dispose of abandoned vehicles as needed.
Pursue suspect in vehicle and/or on foot, subdue and arrest suspects, advise of constitutional rights, search suspects/arrestees, seize weapons and/or contraband, and transport to detention facility.
Respond to residential and business alarms, investigate potential unlawful activity and initiate appropriate action to properly enforce applicable laws and/or protect the lives and property of the public.
Investigate misdemeanors and felony complaints for crimes against people, animals and/or property and missing persons. Investigate illegal possession, distribution, and sale of controlled substances.
Maintain knowledge of criminal activities in the area.
Secure, protect, and document crime scenes. Collect and preserve evidence, maintain chain of custody of evidence. Locate witnesses of criminal activities, interview and/or interrogate witnesses/suspects, and protect and/or counsel victims and witnesses.
Conduct searches of both persons and property with and without a warrant in accordance with the law.
Prepare and submit to superiors all required reports and summaries of activities according to established Department deadlines.
Inspect condition of assigned vehicle and equipment and maintain uniform in a neat and professional manner.
Maintain confidentiality and security of information/cases.
Serve on 24-hour call for emergencies and respond to emergencies from an off-duty status.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/HSE
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Completion of Indiana Law Enforcement Academy for law enforcement officers. Possession of or ability to obtain handgun/firearm certification by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
Possession of or ability to obtain/retain First Aid and CPR certification.
Ability to meet all Departmental hiring and retention requirements, including passage of a drug screen and written, medical, and psychological exams.
Thorough knowledge of and ability to make practical application of the customary practices, procedures, rules and regulations of the Department, to perform standardized patrol operations and take authoritative action as situations demand.
Thorough knowledge of community geography and police jurisdiction/boundaries, and working knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.
Working knowledge of and ability to use all assigned Department equipment and weapons, including but not limited to computer, keyboard, camera, vehicle, radio, binoculars, breathalyzer, rifle, handgun, shotgun, and handcuffs.
Working knowledge of radio frequencies, codes, procedures, and limitations.
Ability to work extended, irregular, evening, and/or weekend hours, and occasionally travel out of town for training, surveillance or transports, sometimes overnight.
Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

5/3/24

Housekeeper

Part-Time, Monday - Friday, 5-hour shift based on availability - hours are flexible

Starting Wage: $17.80

Responsibilities:

Clean offices, meeting rooms, courtrooms, hallways, stairwells, entrances and elevators, including emptying trash cans, cleaning table tops, dusting, cleaning and polishing furniture, upholstery, walls, doors and woodwork, blinds, windows and window sills.
Clean and disinfect bathrooms
Vacuum, sweep, mop and dust

Qualifications:

High school diploma/HSE
Pre-employment drug screen and background check
Able to stay on task and work independently
Ability to work near chemicals, fumes, odors, dust and dirt
Ability to stand for long periods of time, lifting/carrying under 25 lbs, bending, crouching/kneeling, reaching, handling/grasping/carrying objects and pushing/pulling.

5/3/24

Work Release Officer

Full-Time - 40 hours - Varying schedule

Starting Wage: $22.66

Responsibilities:

Enforce local, state and federal laws by implementing effective policy to protect the lives and property of the people.
Check inmates in and out of facility to be released for work, give breathalyzer tests, and search for weapons and other contraband when returning to the facility. Perform weekly comparison of inmates work hours and time spent out of facility.
Drive inmates to bank and court. Maintain contact with inmates utilizing Sunday pass.
Dispense prescribed medications and maintain accurate medication logs.
Perform booking procedures for new inmates, including performing drug test, assigning room, and logging personal information into master file.
Maintain accurate files and paperwork, including medical and medication logs, room assignments, and master file.
Monitor inmates' activities and behaviors, ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations, and report all unusual and/or unruly activity to appropriate supervisor.
Regularly inspect facility, ensuring security and monitoring the general health and welfare condition of inmates, and ensuring cleanliness and security of cell areas. Regularly search rooms, checking for illegal content, weapons, or other contraband.
Answer telephone and greet jail office visitors, determine nature of call, respond to inquiries regarding detainee of the facility and/or route caller to appropriate person or department.
Maintain inventory of supplies, ordering when needed.
Make copies of inmate check stubs to ensure rent is paid and determine weekly fees.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School diploma/HSE
Ability to meet all employer and Departmental hiring requirements, including passage of a drug screen.
Working knowledge of and ability to use all assigned Department equipment, including computer, breathalyzer, and drug/narcotic identification kit.
Ability to perform essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self and other individuals in the workplace.
Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information and records according to state requirements.
Ability to work irregular, extended, evening, and/or weekend hours.
Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

5/3/24

Confinement Officer - (Jailer)

Full Time - 40 hours - Schedule Varies

Starting Wage: $25.04

Responsibilities:

Serve as Jail Officer for the Kosciusko County Jail, responsible for maintaining security and order within the facility.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/HSE
Enforce local, state and federal laws by implementing effective policy to protect the lives and property of the people.
Maintain interior and exterior security of jail facility, including monitoring surveillance cameras, operating electronic and digital door controls, monitoring activities of detainees, and conducting patrols. Maintain accurate accounting of all detainees, including conducting periodic cell checks, roll calls, head counts of detainees in assigned areas and opening and closing of cell block doors.
Perform booking procedures of individuals being detained, including photographing, fingerprinting, entering required information on the computer, completing required forms and intake reports, receiving and receipting money and personal property, and searching detainees for weapons and contraband. Register sex offenders.
Perform bonding procedures by completing required forms, receiving and receipting bond money, writing check to Clerk of the Courts, returning personal belongings and releasing detainee.
Oversee detainee in allowable activities, such as telephone calls, commissary purchases, counsel, and family visitations. Distribute daily meals and ensure all trays are removed from cellblocks. Ensure personal hygiene of detainees and cleanliness of cell areas, accounting for all cleaning supplies and equipment issued to detainees.
Provide detainees with prescribed medications according to orders of physician. Follow department procedures to ensure detainees receive proper medical attention.
Ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations, record and report inappropriate behavior to appropriate department personnel, and take appropriate action to correct any problems that arise. Properly secure and/or physically restrain violent and uncontrollable detainees as situations demand.
Transport and/or escort individuals detained by the County to various locations including court, Department of Corrections, or medical facilities and hospitals, appointments, recreation, library and other meeting activities.
Supervise and direct daily activities of Trustees, including making work assignment and assuring proper accomplishments of duties.
Respond to inquiries from family members, attorneys and members of the general public regarding visitation and status of individual detainees.
Respond to detainee grievances following established chain of command procedures.
Maintain and update institution logs, incident reports, daily activity reports, booking/release records and medical records. Submit all reports and summaries of activities according to established Department deadlines.
Receive, sort and log incoming and outgoing mail and personal items for detainees as required.

5/3/24

Kosciusko County Government is an equal opportunity employer

Applications can be found on this website or in the Human Resources Department on the first floor of the Courthouse, 100 W Center Street, Warsaw, IN. Applications should be submitted to the Human Resources Department.

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