Corrections Officer FT
Salary
$28.11 - $36.38 Hourly
Location
Muskegon, MI
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-02697
Department
Sheriff
Opening Date
06/23/2026
Closing Date
7/8/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Description of Work
Under the general direction of the County Sheriff and in compliance with well-defined departmental policy and procedures, this employee enforces security within the Muskegon County Jail. Employees in this classification are normally supervised by a Command Officer on an assigned work shift. An employee in this class enforces security in the County Jail, perform booking procedures, distribute meals and supplies to prisoners, dispense inmate medication, supervise prisoner recreation, visitation, work and school release programs. Corrections Officers complete various police reports and records as required by the nature of their assignment. Shift work assignments include weekend and day, afternoon and midnight shifts according to an assigned schedule. An employee in this class may also perform other related work as assigned.
Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications
A. Required Experience and Training
Be a high school graduate or have a certificate of completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test.
B. Special Requirements
At the time of application the applicant must:
Be a bona fide resident of the State of Michigan for one (1) year prior to time of appointment;
Possess good moral character as determined by a comprehensive background evaluation.
Be a citizen of the United States;
Be bondable;
Be in good physical condition.
Physical Conditions / Work Location
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
An employee in this class must be in good physical condition such as to permit the occasional lifting and carrying of objects or persons weighing in excess of one hundred (100) pounds, and standing, walking or running for extended periods of time.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
A Security Officer generally works inside the Muskegon County Jail.
Additional Information
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EVALUATION CONTENT
The selected candidate must take a post-offer medical examination (including back screen and complete physical) and drug screening test given by a County appointed physician before the first day of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the medical examination and drug screening test. Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.
APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE
Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant's employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.
MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY
THAT RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE
Bargaining unit employees will be eligible for County benefits three (3) calendar months after date of hire into a permanent position and upon successful completion of the probationary period.
Medical Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan
Single Plan: $2,500 Deductible, Out of Pocket Max $4,000 2 People/Family: $5,000 Deductible, Out of Pocket Max $8,000, Co-insurance - 10%
No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay
Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 (After deductible)
Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan 2
Single Plan: $1,650 Deductible, Out of Pocket Max $2,250
2 People/Family: $3,300 Deductible, Out of Pocket Max $4,500
Monthly Employee Premium: Single-$161.58, 2 person- $387.80, Family- $484.76
Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 (After deductible)
High Deductible Plan (HD) * This plan is only optional if the employee is not eligible for the HSA Single Plan: $750 Deductible, 2 People/Family: $1,500 Deductible, No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay
Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80
Available at 90 days of continuous employment
Dental Insurance
15% employee premium contribution
Available at 90 days of continuous employment
Vision Insurance
15% employee premium contribution
Available at 90 days of continuous employment
Benefit Option
In lieu of medical coverage you may be eligible to receive a biweekly benefit option payment. Single: $104.16 or 2Person/Family: $187.50
Retirement
Defined Contribution (DC) Plan through MERS of Michigan with 3.5% employer and 5% employee contribution. There is a 6 year graduated vesting for the employer contribution.
Retirement Insurance
Healthcare Savings Plan (HCSP) through MERS of Michigan, employer 3% contribution. Vesting requirement of 6 years.
Life Insurance and AD & D
Equal to employee annual salary to next highest $1,000. Max of $200,000
Available at 90 Days of continuous employment
Sick Leave
12 days annually increasing to 18 days annually with eligible County service. See contract for accumulation chart.
Available upon completion of 90 days of continuous eligible County service
Annual Leave
13 days annually increasing to maximum of 24 days annually with 20 years of eligible County service. See Corrections Unit contract for accumulation chart.
Available upon completion of six months of continuous eligible County service.
Sick/Annual Leave Cash Payout
Employee may elect up to 80 hours of accumulated vacation and/or sick time to be paid as cash. Future accruals only.
Personal Days
36 hours per fiscal year (Oct. - Sept.) unused hours will be forfeited.
Available immediately upon hire
Holidays
13 days
Longevity
Payment of $600 after 5 years of continuous service as of 12/1. Each subsequent year of service will add $100 to the payment for an unlimited maximum.
Voluntary Benefits
(100% employee paid)
Short term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, voluntary life insurance for self/spouse/dependents, 457 Investment options (available immediately upon hire), Section 125 (available for Health and Childcare reimbursement) Available at 90 days of continuous employment
Shift Premium
Varies depending on shift and hours worked - contact Human Resources
Bereavement
Up to 3 days' paid leave; additional 3 days of sick leave may be used for lengthy travel. See Contract for specific terms and conditions. Available upon hire.
Student Loan Forgiveness
You may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through federal programs designed for people who work in public service including local government (Public Student Loan Forgiveness, Temporary Expanded PSLF).
Employer Muskegon County
Address 1903 Marquette Avenue
Muskegon, Michigan, 49442