Correctional Officer

Job Description

Job Description

The mission of Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (MSDF) is to protect the public, through the detention in a safe and secure environment, adults who are on community supervision. MSDF is committed to the successful reintegration of the persons in our care back to the community. This is achieved by focusing on accountability, programming and collaboration with community partners.

MSDF strives to promote an atmosphere of high standards for staff recruitment and retention, staff development and professionalism and shared leadership and responsibility among all staff. Staff are expected to adhere to the highest ethical standards and work as a team to succeed. Staff, persons in our care, and the public will be treated with dignity and respect, and with recognition given to individual ideas and opinions.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement system
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off

Responsibilities:

• Enforce Rules: Maintain institutional order and ensure that inmates follow facility regulations.
• Supervise Activities: Monitor daily inmate movements during meals, recreation, work details, and educational programs.
• Conduct Searches: Inspect cells, property, mail, and visitors for contraband like weapons or prohibited items.
• Perform Counts: Carry out regular head counts to verify that every person in custody is present.
• Transport Inmates: Escort individuals safely between holding areas, courtrooms, and medical facilities.
• Write Reports: Document daily logs, behavioral issues, and any safety incidents or rule violations

Requirements:

• Age: Must be at least 18 years old (some sheriff roles require 19+).
• Education: High School Diploma, HSED, or GED equivalent.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver's license required at application and maintained during employment.
• Residency: Must establish Wisconsin state residency within six (6) months of your start date.
• Character: Good moral character verified via fingerprinting and an extensive background investigation; no felony or domestic abuse convictions (unless pardoned)

Plan to attend and meet face-to-face with hiring managers.

Candidates will be considered for this position whether or not you attend the job fair.

Pre-Register online at:
-job-fair-10-2026/

Milwaukee Job Fair
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
10:00AM - 12:30PM
Embassy Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Brookfield

1200 South Moorland Road
Brookfield, WI 53005

All of the companies at our job fairs have open positions they are seeking to fill.

Tips for Success:

• Pre-register—Receive notifications of any updates or changes to the event, and receive information about upcoming events in your area.
• Dress professionally—First impressions go a long way.
• Bring multiple copies of your resume.
• Doors open at 10:00 AM and the Job Fair ends at 12:30 PM
• Bring a friend—All job seekers are welcome.
• Prepare a brief but effective “brag” to let the people you meet get to know you.
• Keep an open mind—Meet with as many of the companies as you can; you may be pleasantly surprised at what you find.

Remember, the best way to be considered for a position is to meet the hiring managers in person. Plan to attend this event!
(Candidates will be considered for this position whether or not you attend the job fair.)

Pre-Register online at:
-job-fair-10-2026/