BASTROP COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Corrections Officer
(Continual Posting)
Bastrop County Sheriff’s Office is continually accepting applications for full-time Corrections
Officers. This position performs a wide variety of duties within the Bastrop County Jail. Duties include
monitoring inmates, providing meals and basic medical care, supervising visitation, and preparing related
paperwork and records. Must be able to work without close supervision and to exercise independent
judgment. This position includes an element of personal danger; i.e., possible exposure to physical injury
in the handling of hostile/violent inmates. Operates in a 24/7 environment on a rotating shift basis.
Incumbents perform duties in accordance with Texas Jail Standards rules, and established departmental
policies, procedures and guidelines. Performs related work or other duties as required. Works under the
general supervision of a Corrections Sergeant.
Benefits Include: County paid Health/Dental/Life/Health Reimbursement Account, Retirement,
Vacation/Sick/Personal leave, free 24-hour fitness facility.
Minimum Qualifications: Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid
driver’s license. Must possess a Basic (or higher) Jailer Proficiency Certification, OR successfully
complete a 96 hour Basic Jailer Course within one year from date of employment, in
order to obtain required certification.
Starting Rate of Pay: $23.29/hourly - $50,855 annually
A Bastrop County Sheriff’s Office Application is required and can be filled out at
https://na3.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=a7d71333-73b6-4ae5-b3d7-
a59c651de914. It can also be obtained from the Bastrop County Human Resources website at
http://www.co.bastrop.tx.us/page/co.jobs. Please submit a completed BCSO Application to the
Human Resources Office ONLY. Applications can also be emailed to: [email protected].
Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by a complete BCSO application.
Bastrop County is an equal opportunity employer.
