Madison County Sheriff’s Office

MADISON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MERIT COMMISSION ANNOUNCES A CAREER OPPORTUNITY IN LAW ENFORCEMENT

EXAMINATION FOR PROBATIONARY JAIL TECHNICIAN

Starting rate of $23.62 per hour and $ 27.77 after 1 year.

The Jail Technician is responsible for the monitoring and operating of all electronic doors within the confines of the Jail as well as the exterior exits leading from the Jail.  Constant supervision of numerous video monitors, audio speakers, and phones are necessary to maintain the smooth operation of the Jail, keep the perimeter and interior of the Jail free from security violations, and ensure the safety and well-being of both the prisoners and staff within the Jail.

All applications must be filed between 8:00a.m. and 4:00p.m., at the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, 405 Randle Street, Edwardsville, Illinois. Applications will be accepted through December 15, 2020.

All applicants must meet the following requirements at the time the application is filed:

United States Citizen

Madison County resident (within 6 months of hire)

Minimum age of 21

Valid Drivers License

Clean criminal history

High School Diploma or GED

PRIOR DRUG USE MAY ELIMINATE AN APPLICANT

Applicants will be required to undergo a written entry examination.  All eligible applicants will be notified of the date, location, and time of the written exam.

Veterans who wish to claim preference points must attach a copy of their DD Form 214 or other proof of honorable discharge to their application.

Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on a list of qualified persons that will be furnished to the Sheriff.  Applicants must also pass a thorough background investigation, polygraph test, and medical exam.

This list will serve as the sole source of persons hired for the position.

Madison County Sheriff’s Merit Commission

Mr. Mark Ringering, Chairman

405 Randle Street

Edwardsville, Illinois 62025

Equal Opportunity Employer

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