Jail Service Officer

AVAILABLE POSITION : Jail Service Officer (Full Time)

PAY RATE:  $18.73/hour to $22.80/hour; plus, excellent benefit package

WORK SCHEDULE: Shift rotation 12 and 8-hour shifts, as assigned; Includes evenings, weekends and holidays.

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the processing, safety, and security of persons who have been detained in the East Lansing jail since they have been arrested; are awaiting trial; or who have been tried and convicted of a crime and are awaiting transport to a correctional facility. Must be able to maintain effective, courteous, and professional working relationships; respond to emergencies in the jail; and operate a variety of computer programs and equipment including the LEIN terminal.

REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent is required; specialized training/experience in the field of corrections and/or law enforcement is highly desirable.

In addition, must respect the confidential nature of the job and be able to deal effectively and objectively with others. Must pass a thorough police background investigation. Additionally, position is contingent upon passing a physical which includes a drug screen. 

APPLY:  This position requires a completed Police Department General Job Application and a Police Department Personal History Questionnaire for consideration. Application materials can be downloaded at www.cityofeastlansing.com/jobs. The materials are in PDF form and may be filled out electronically, saved, and e-mailed as an attachment to Human Resources. Or, the application may be printed out, completed and mailed.

Return completed applications to:

East Lansing City Hall
Human Resources Department
410 Abbot Road
East Lansing, MI 48823
Email: HR@cityofeastlansing.com

DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

The City of East Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer