York County Sheriff's Department taking applications for corrections officer

The York County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Corrections Officer.

​The York County Sheriff's Department is currently staffed by 26 full time employees including patrol, clerks, and corrections. York County is located between Lincoln and Grand Island on interstate 80. The York County Sheriff's Office prides itself in providing its correctional staff with state-of-the-art equipment and an employee-friendly work environment.
Benefits include individual health insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, holiday pay, overtime and comp time, and county retirement program. Dental, vision, and family insurance are available at the cost of the employee. York County provides correctional officers with their uniforms and duty gear. Shifts can vary but most are 12-hour shifts (7am to 7pm) and (7pm to 7am) with every other weekend off. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Previous experience preferred but not required, we will provide the right applicant with all training.
The application process will involve submittal of the employment application, background investigation, and an interview. Applicants must be 19 years of age or older, in good physical condition, have a high school diploma or GED, possess a valid driver’s license, able to pass a criminal background check, and able to work legally in the United States.
Hourly rate is $24.00/hr. - $28.00/hr. depending on certification, experience, and successfully completing a probationary period.
If you are interested, please email Sgt. Korey Goplin at [email protected] to have an application emailed to you or stop in to the York County Sheriff’s Office to pick up an application.