The Nolan County Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking a qualified candidate to fill the full-time position of County Jailer.

Open until filled

Shift: Ability to work any shift including nights, weekends and holidays with varying days off.

Duties: Handle control room operations, read pass-on logs, receive activity briefings from off-going shift personnel, process new inmates, and perform searches of individuals and or jail facility to locate weapons and or contraband, monitor, detect and deter improper behavior, and provide custodial care necessary for the security and well being of inmates confined in the Nolan County jail. May be required to use bodily force to gain control of inmate(s), be able to run, protect him/herself by employing defensive tactics, and administer first aid.

Qualifications: Background investigation including drug screen.  Must be available for call out for emergencies at the facility.  Must be a quick learner and a problem solver.  Must be a self-starter and able to operate a computer (Windows) and communicate on phone and in person. Some combination of sitting, twisting the upper body, reaching, bending, stooping, standing, walking, kneeling, the use of arms and hands for computer input, crouching, running, climbing, and may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of extremely heavy objects (150+ pounds).

For a full description and to apply, please visit our website at https://nolanso.com/oppjailer.html.