Positions Available

Part & Full Time Communications Officers

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of Secondary Education (High School or GED)
  • Possesses Knowledge of Basic Computer Applications
  • Possesses a Clear Speaking Voice that is Easily Transmitted by Electronic Media
  • Ability to Hear Under Adverse Conditions and Background Noises
  • Ability to Pass a Thorough Background Check
  • Free of Felony or Misdemeanor Convictions
  • Possesses a Valid Ohio State Driver’s License

Within One Year of Hire:

  • Maintains Certification as APCO Basic Telecommunicator
  • Maintains Certification as APCO Emergency Medical Dispatcher
  • Maintains Current CPR/AED Certification
  • Maintains Certification in LEADS/NCIC Law Enforcement Data Systems
  • Readily Adapts to the Use of Multiple Technologies, Computer Applications and Devices
  • Possesses the Ability to Master and Perform Multiple Concurrent Tasks with Accuracy
  • Ability to Communicate and Cooperate Under Stressful Working Conditions with Multiple Agencies and Departments in Geauga County
  • Ability to Collect, Disseminate, and Record Complex Call Natures in an Accurate and Timely Manner

If interested, please complete the Ohio Civil Service Application found below and send to GeaugaSO[at]Geauga.oh.gov

Part-Time Female Corrections Officer

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Must have no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions
  • Knowledge of Basic Computer Applications
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license
  • Pass a thorough background check
  • Physically and mentally fit to perform the duties and job functions and participate in all physical training

Essential Functions:

  • Maintains accurate, detailed reports
  • Must have excellent communication skills
  • Retains and implements knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, Ohio State Minimum Jail Standards, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement Standards.
  • Must maintain all required certifications
  • Effectively performs multiple tasks at the same time

Compensation:

$18.73 per Hour

Benefits:

  • Vacation Accrual (Annual): 120 Hours Per Year
  • Personal Leave: 32 Hours Per Year
  • Sick Leave: 4.6 Hours per Pay Period

May lead to full time status as positions become available

If interested please send completed Ohio Civil Service Application, found below, and resume to ajonovich[at]geauga.oh.gov

Full Time Female Corrections Officer

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Must have no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions
  • Knowledge of Basic Computer Applications
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license
  • Pass a thorough background check
  • Physically and mentally fit to perform the duties and job functions and participate in all physical training

Essential Functions:

  • Maintains accurate, detailed reports
  • Must have excellent communication skills
  • Retains and implements knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, Ohio State Minimum Jail Standards, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement Standards.
  • Must maintain all required certifications
  • Effectively performs multiple tasks at the same time

Compensation:

$28.50-$37.00

Benefits:

  • 10 Paid Holidays AND 88 Hours Off
  • Vacation Accrual (Annual): 80 Hours Per Year at the completion of the first year of service
  • Personal Leave: 32 Hours Per Year
  • Sick Leave: 4.6 Hours per Pay Period
  • Compensation Time: 80 Hours Max
  • OPERS Retirement
  • Medical/Dental/Vision

If interested please send completed Ohio Civil Service Application, found below, and resume to ajonovich[at]geauga.oh.gov

Full Time Law Enforcement Deputy

Qualifications:

  • Possess at least a Secondary Education (High School or GED),
  • Knowledge of basic Computer Applications
  • Current certification in CPR and basic first aid
  • Current certification of Basic Peace Officer Training through OPOTA with all required updates
  • Current firearms qualifications, as well as qualifications in various non-lethal weapons as selected by the Agency.
  • Passes a thorough background check.
  • Has no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions.
  • Effectively performs multiple tasks at the same time.
  • Possesses a valid state driver’s license and meets qualifications to drive a county car and be covered under the insurance policy.
  • Physically fit and mentally alert.
  • Knowledge of office equipment (copy machines, fax machines, etc).
  • Understand and applies written and oral directives issued from Policy and Procedures, Supervisors, and the Ohio Revised Code.

If interested please complete the Ohio Civil Service Application found below and send to GeaugaSO[at]Geauga.oh.gov

Interested in Volunteering?

Auxiliary Positions Available

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community?

Do you want to have a direct effect on the people in your community?

Do want to help extend the reach of Geauga County’s Safety Forces?

Here is your opportunity to help:

Join the Sheriff’s Auxiliaries, help the Sheriff and his Deputies in their mission to keep Geauga County Safe.

Learn Traffic control, Radio operations, be the extra set of eyes at events.  Do a ride along with Deputies, help with Public Relations.

And if you have a horse and the gumption to ride, apply for the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Unit.  Looking for friendly horses, and riders of course, for Patrol, Search and Rescue, and parade duty!

If interested, contact Commander Travis Fasko, (440) 279-2009 extension 4733, TFasko@co.geauga.oh.us.