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Deputy Sheriff

Dubuque County

1 Positions

ID: 81805

Posted On 09/16/2025

Refreshed On 10/19/2025

Job Overview

Description:

Performs intermediate protective and human support service work ensuring the care and security of inmates at the county jail; does related work as required.

Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Jail Administrator.

Job Duties:

The duties of Deputy Sheriff - Jail will consist of, but not be limited to:

1. Processing inmates into custody of institution, searching prisoners, taking charge of personal property; providing opportunity to call attorney or relative, advising on institutional rules and regulations;

2. Operating intoxilizer and other specialized equipment;

3. Patrolling jail area periodically to ensure security and maintain order;

4. Supervising inmates during meals, exercise, work, recreation, and personal hygiene and related activities for conformance to institutional rules, regulations, and procedures;

5. Serving as turnkey in admitting visitors, attorneys, police officers, and bondsmen;

6. Supervising the work of inmate workers;

7. Attending to special needs of prisoners and attempting to resolve individual problems, if possible;

8. Escorting and transporting inmates as required;

9. Preparing and maintaining detailed manual and computerized records on inmates;

10. Ensuring the care and maintenance of living quarters and recreational facilities used by inmates;

11. Performing laundry duty as assigned;

12. Arranging visits, inspecting items brought into the jail, checking incoming and outgoing mail;

13. Overseeing the serving of meals to inmates;

14. Distributing and administering medications as prescribed;

15. Maintain a clean workspace.

16. Performing related tasks as required or directed.

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school graduate with a diploma as determined by the State Department of Public Instruction, or if the person has a G.E.D., then a minimum of an associate of arts degree or college degree, and some experience in law enforcement.

Supplemental Information:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of the security, rules, regulations, and procedures of the institution; some knowledge of the practices of modern penology as related to the supervision and care of persons under institutionalized restraint; some knowledge of basic principles of human psychology; ability to enforce institutional rules firmly and fairly; ability to detect potential behavior problems of inmates; ability to detect the early symptoms of common health problems; ability to carry out oral and written directions accurately; ability to supervise the activities of large groups of inmates; ability to prepare records and reports.

Special Requirements:

Possession of all qualifications for this position as required by Dubuque County and the State of Iowa. Must satisfactorily complete basic law enforcement and jail training programs. Must meet established civil service standards.

Physical Requirements:

The Deputy Sheriff - Jail shall have the ability to do the following:

1. Drive a motor vehicle;

2. Assist with the control of jail inmates;

3. Take persons into custody;

4. Physically restrain/control an inmate physically resisting a lawful order.

5. Transport persons to jail, courthouse, hospital, or other medical facility;

6. Use departmental equipment, including telephones, computers, and radios.

7. Be able to stand for extended periods of time.

8. Be able to smell potentially dangerous odors.

Primary Contact

1684871036959

Tracey Martin

HR Generalist, Human Resources

563-589-4441

Phone

Phone

Phone

563-587-3836

Fax

[email protected]

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Job Details

Categories

Law Enforcement

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$32.97 - $42.81 hourly

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Company ID

975

Job REQ #

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20250916

End Date

20251107

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About the Company

The Dubuque County Courthouse was built in 1891. The Courthouse serves as the center of County Government offices, and is a dominant landmark in the downtown Dubuque area. It is located at 720 Central Avenue in Dubuque.