The Jones County Jail Administrator is now accepting applications for the position of jail officer.

• This is a full-time position that includes the county benefits package.

Starting pay is $21.85 hour with continual step raises.

• Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years of age; have a high school diploma or equivalent;
• be able to work various hours Monday-Sunday and holidays;
• is of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation;
• is not by reason of conscience or belief opposed to the use of force, when appropriate or necessary to fulfill the person’s duties;
• has the ability to perform the essential elements of the position as defined in department job specifications; able to follow jail policy and procedures;
• be able to read and write the English language;
• possess a valid driver’s license;
• computer knowledge preferred;

Applications may be picked up at the Jones County Sheriff’s Office (basement of courthouse) OR downloaded off the Jones County Iowa website – www.jonescountyiowa.gov.  Click Employment in the upper right hand corner of the opening page - select Jones County Employment Application on the next page.  Submit completed application, resume and cover letter via ONE of the following three methods:

Deliver: In-person to the Jones County Sheriff’s Office

Mail: Jones County Sheriff’s Office, 500 W Main St, Anamosa, IA 52205

Email: tim.smith@jonescountyiowa.gov

Emails must include “Jail Application” in the subject line.

Application deadline Monday, August 4, 2025 at 4:00pm – No exceptions

Jones County is an Equal Opportunity Employer