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Program Instructor-Certified Nursing Assistant (PI-CNA)

Sunnycrest Manor is accepting applications for Program Instructors who assist individuals with disabilities and supervise the day to day activities.

Examples of Duties

  • Provides personal care, instruction and training to residents and clients.
  • Prepares clients for school, work, and daily activities.
  • Teaches adult living skills including bathing, dressing toileting, grooming and personal hygiene.
  • Assists clients into and out of beds, wheel chairs, and vehicles.
  • Teaches behavioral skills and protects clients from harm and self-abuse.
  • Controls clients utilizing verbal redirection, mechanical and physical restraints.
  • Provides occupation and daily living therapy to assist clients to adopt to their environment.
  • Teaches and demonstrates proper manners, eating skills, and maintenance activities.
  • Provides physical therapy and exercise programs.
  • Assists with communication skills based on needs utilizing sign language and appropriate verbalization.
  • Teaches money skills, escorts clients to recreational, leisure, shopping or other trips.
  • Escorts clients to doctor’s appointments and/or hospital.
  • Maintains detailed records and charts on client activities and results and physical matters.
  • Performs general housekeeping, laundry and meal duties pertaining to client programs as required.
  • Follows proscribed protocols for safety and infection control.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

Willing to obtain Certified Nursing Assistant certification within a year of employment.

Must satisfactorily compete Program Instructor and Crisis Prevention Intervention training course within six months of employment.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, abuse registry review, and criminal background check.

Experience in the custodial care of intellectually disabled patients preferred.

Special Qualifications:
All employees will be subject to the Sunnycrest Manor Mandatory Vaccination Policy immediately upon hire.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
General knowledge of:
MH/MR care and nursing practices and procedures.
Theory and practice of quality patient care.

Basic knowledge of:
Common physical and mental illnesses, their symptoms and appropriate medical care.
Human anatomy as related to treatments and therapies.
First aid methods.

Ability to:
Observe, recognize and respond to behavioral problems and take appropriate action.
Follow oral and written instructions of a technical nature.
Deal with clients empathetically and respectfully.
Prepare, maintain, and understand nursing records and reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, families, other employees, officials and the general public.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:
Vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Effective verbal speaking and hearing abilities are needed to handle communications with staff, residents, and others.
Requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Requires standing most of the time to perform work responsibilities with regular walking between locations.
Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, and sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, gripping and apply physical intervention holds.
Some exposure to slippery surfaces when floors are wet.
Exposure to chemicals from cleaning compounds and exposure to bodily fluids require the use of personal protective equipment to safe guard against potential biological and chemical hazards.
Work is primarily indoors.
Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions and some outdoor work.

Dubuque County and Sunnycrest Manor are an EEOC and AA employer

 

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Sunnycrest Manor is accepting applications for LPNs who performs nursing care to the residents of Sunnycrest Manor in accordance with the Iowa Nurse Practice Act.

Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Nursing Department Management Staff.

Supervision is exercised over certified nursing assistants, restorative nursing assistants, nursing assistant transporters, ward clerks, certified medication aides, and program instructors.

Examples of Duties

  • Reviews prior shift records, reviews treatment and medication instructions.
  • Assigns and supervises the work of nursing assistants and others on an assigned shift involving the plan of care of residents; instructs subordinates on procedures and techniques for the routine care of residents.
  • Personally administers medications; giving injections, catherizations, inserts nasogastric tubes; changes dressings, checks blood pressure; and provides other nursing services as indicated.
  • Documents condition, development, and treatment in patient records.
  • Observes and evaluates patients’ condition and initiates action.
  • Accompanies physicians on rounds and gives information as requested.
  • Briefs relieving or supervisory staff on nursing shift developments.
  • Assists Registered Nurse in utilizing the nursing process which involves assessment, nursing diagnosis, the establishment, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care.
  • Administers, records use, monitors effects and side-effects of medications.
  • Consuls with patients’ families.
  • Follows proscribed protocols for safety and infection control.
  • Monitors nutritional status and dining process of residents.
  • Assists Registered Nurse in the development of Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment and the formal care planning process.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a school of nursing approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing and is licensed practical nurse as issued by the State of Iowa.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, abuse registry review, and criminal background check.

Special Qualifications:
All employees will be subject to the Sunnycrest Manor Mandatory Vaccination Policy immediately upon hire.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of:
The minimum standards of nursing practice for the licensed practical nurse in the State of Iowa.
Precautions to be taken in the use of medications.
Treatment, diagnostic, immunization and related medical services for the type of patients in an area of assignment.
Rules, regulations, procedures, and policies pertaining to nursing services of the assigned institution.

Ability to:
Observe medical problems and initiate appropriate action.
Assign and supervise the work of a staff of nonprofessional personnel and to instruct them in practices and techniques.
Accurately maintain patient medical records and prepare reports.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, physicians, subordinates and others contacted in the course of work.
Work with aggressive patients.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:
Vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Effective verbal speaking and hearing abilities are needed to handle communications with staff, residents, and others.
Requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Requires standing most of the time to perform work responsibilities with regular walking between locations.
Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, and sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, gripping and apply physical intervention holds.
Some exposure to slippery surfaces when floors are wet.
Exposure to chemicals from cleaning compounds and exposure to bodily fluids require the use of personal protective equipment to safe guard against potential biological and chemical hazards.
Work is primarily indoors.

 

Dubuque County and Sunnycrest Manor are an EEOC and AA employer

Food Service Worker

Sunnycrest Manor is accepting applications for Food Service Workers who performs routine cleaning and dishwashing, assisting cook and other food service workers with set up and delivery of meals. Position will fill in as need as a cook, and will be compensated at a higher wage for hours worked in Cook position.

Examples of Duties

  • Cleans tables and chairs, kitchen utensils and equipment, stoves, refrigeration storage units, freezers, and kitchen area.
  • Clears food trays and dishes from dining area.
  • Assists with minor food preparation.
  • Follow sanitation protocols.
  • Operate standard cooking equipment/prepare food.
  • Aid and assist residents with meal completion.
  • Stock food and dishes daily.
  • Follow HIPPA and County policies to ensure privacy of residents.
  • Sweeps and mops floors and performs general cleaning duties.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, abuse registry review, and criminal background check.

Special Qualifications:
All employees will be subject to the Sunnycrest Manor Mandatory Vaccination Policy immediately upon hire.

Supplemental Information

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:
Vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Effective verbal speaking and hearing abilities are needed to handle communications with staff, residents, and others.
Requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Requires standing most of the time to perform work responsibilities with regular walking between locations.
Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, and sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, gripping and apply physical intervention holds.
Some exposure to slippery surfaces when floors are wet.
Exposure to chemicals from cleaning compounds and exposure to bodily fluids require the use of personal protective equipment to safe guard against potential biological and chemical hazards.
Work is primarily indoors.

 

Dubuque County and Sunnycrest Manor are an EEOC and AA employer

Environmental Service Worker

Performs responsible work in cleaning linens and other cloth products, housekeeping and light manual work in the care and cleaning of patient rooms, halls, work areas, office and other facilities.

Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Environmental Services Director.

Examples of Duties

  • Cleans, mops, and sanitizes resident rooms, toilets, and baths.
  • Cleans windows, windowsills, window treatments, walls, and furniture.
  • Performs special cleaning of rooms, disinfects walls, floors and furnishings.
  • Cleans nursing stations, halls, lobbies, treatment rooms, recreation areas, lounges, and dining areas.
  • Stocks cleaning and linen carts.
  • Empties and cleans waste and trash containers.
  • Washes, dries, counts, folds, and stores clean linens and clothes.
  • Delivers clean linens and clothes to various departments and floors, and ensures the proper amount of linens are delivered by established times.
  • May operate mending, sewing, and marking equipment.
  • Follows prescribed protocols for maintaining privacy and confidentiality of protected health information in accordance with HIPAA standards and County Policies.
  • Follows prescribed protocols for safety and infection control.
  • Acts as Mandatory Reporter as defined in the Code of Iowa.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED or experience in building cleaning or laundry operations.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, abuse registry review, and criminal background check.

Special Qualifications:
All employees will be subject to the Sunnycrest Manor Mandatory Vaccination Policy immediately upon hire.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
General knowledge of:
Building cleaning supplies and equipment.

Ability to:
Understand and follow oral and written directions.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:
Vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Effective verbal speaking and hearing abilities are needed to handle communications with staff, residents, and others.
Requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Requires standing most of the time to perform work responsibilities with regular walking between locations.
Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, and sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, gripping and apply physical intervention holds.
Some exposure to slippery surfaces when floors are wet.
Exposure to chemicals from cleaning compounds and exposure to bodily fluids require the use of personal protective equipment to safe guard against potential biological and chemical hazards.
Work is primarily indoors.
Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions and some outdoor work.

 

Dubuque County and Sunnycrest Manor are an EEOC and AA employer

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Sunnycrest Manor is accepting applications for CNA who performs intermediate human support service and paraprofessional work to the residents of Sunnycrest Manor.

This is a full-time position working 2nd shift, 2 pm – 10:30 pm with a $3 shift differential.

Work is performed under the general supervision of a charge nurse or professional staff.

Examples of Duties

  • Performs personal care of patients and provides routine services including making beds, giving baths and rubs, lifting and moving residents, and caring for personal effects.
  • Teaches or reinforces adult learning skills including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and personal hygiene.
  • Assists patients with daily activities including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting and personal hygiene.
  • Performs rehabilitative therapy and activities of daily living.
  • Takes and records vital signs.
  • Assists patients with movement to dining, exercise, and recreation areas.
  • Makes rounds on regular basis; checks patients, changes bed linens, washes patients, empties bed pans, cleans urinals, commodes and other facilities and equipment.
  • Notifies nurses of the need for attention, medication or treatment.
  • Applies devices such as simple dressings, supports, braces, appliances and restraints.
  • Measures and records food and fluid intake.
  • Teaches behavioral skills and protects patients from harm and self-abuse.
  • Monitors and records behaviors related to medical and physical restraints.
  • Follows required protocols for safety and infection control.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Possess Certified Nursing Assistant certification.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, abuse registry review, and criminal background check.

Special Qualifications:
All employees will be subject to the Sunnycrest Manor Mandatory Vaccination Policy immediately upon hire.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
General knowledge of:
Common physical illness and their symptoms.

Basic knowledge of:
Human anatomy as related to treatments and therapies.

Ability to:
Follow oral and written directions of a technical nature.
Deal with patients empathetically and respectfully.
Prepare, maintain, and understanding nursing records and reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, families, other employees, officials and the general public.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:
Vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Effective verbal speaking and hearing abilities are needed to handle communications with staff, residents, and others.
Requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Requires standing most of the time to perform work responsibilities with regular walking between locations.
Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, and sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, gripping and apply physical intervention holds.
Some exposure to slippery surfaces when floors are wet.
Exposure to chemicals from cleaning compounds and exposure to bodily fluids require the use of personal protective equipment to safe guard against potential biological and chemical hazards.
Work is primarily indoors.

 

EEOC / AA

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Part-Time

Sunnycrest Manor is accepting applications for CNA who performs intermediate human support service and paraprofessional work to the residents of Sunnycrest Manor.

This is a part-time position working 2nd shift, 2 pm – 10:30 pm with a $3 shift differential.

Work is performed under the general supervision of a charge nurse or professional staff.

Examples of Duties

  • Performs personal care of patients and provides routine services including making beds, giving baths and rubs, lifting and moving residents, and caring for personal effects.
  • Teaches or reinforces adult learning skills including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and personal hygiene.
  • Assists patients with daily activities including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting and personal hygiene.
  • Performs rehabilitative therapy and activities of daily living.
  • Takes and records vital signs.
  • Assists patients with movement to dining, exercise, and recreation areas.
  • Makes rounds on regular basis; checks patients, changes bed linens, washes patients, empties bed pans, cleans urinals, commodes and other facilities and equipment.
  • Notifies nurses of the need for attention, medication or treatment.
  • Applies devices such as simple dressings, supports, braces, appliances and restraints.
  • Measures and records food and fluid intake.
  • Teaches behavioral skills and protects patients from harm and self-abuse.
  • Monitors and records behaviors related to medical and physical restraints.
  • Follows required protocols for safety and infection control.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Possess Certified Nursing Assistant certification.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, abuse registry review, and criminal background check.

Special Qualifications:
All employees will be subject to the Sunnycrest Manor Mandatory Vaccination Policy immediately upon hire.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
General knowledge of:
Common physical illness and their symptoms.

Basic knowledge of:
Human anatomy as related to treatments and therapies.

Ability to:
Follow oral and written directions of a technical nature.
Deal with patients empathetically and respectfully.
Prepare, maintain, and understanding nursing records and reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, families, other employees, officials and the general public.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:
Vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Effective verbal speaking and hearing abilities are needed to handle communications with staff, residents, and others.
Requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Requires standing most of the time to perform work responsibilities with regular walking between locations.
Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, and sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, gripping and apply physical intervention holds.
Some exposure to slippery surfaces when floors are wet.
Exposure to chemicals from cleaning compounds and exposure to bodily fluids require the use of personal protective equipment to safe guard against potential biological and chemical hazards.
Work is primarily indoors.

 

EEOC / AA

Full-time Faculty in Church History/Historical Theology

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking a Full-time Faculty in Church History/Historical Theology for Fall of 2026.

Position Summary:

The University of Dubuque Theological Seminary seeks a faculty member in Church History/Historical Theology to begin July 1, 2026.  The successful candidate will teach online and in person required and elective courses in church history and Reformed theology, co-direct the Master of Arts in Reformed Theology program and advise students including Presbyterians under care. The candidate will share in dedication to the missions of the seminary and the University of Dubuque.  Ph.D. (or equivalent) in History of Christianity or Historical Theology, a master’s degree in a theological discipline, and ordination in a Reformed denomination required (ordination includes offices such as teaching elder and ruling elder).  Pastoral experience preferred. The University of Dubuque Theological Seminary is a Presbyterian (PCUSA) seminary serving the ecumenical church.  Rank and tenure are negotiable depending on experience.

Primary Responsibilities:

Mission

Engage fully with the University and Seminary’s missions through excellence in teaching and advising, ongoing scholarship and professional development, and active service to the campus, community and church

Teaching and Advising

  • Maintain a full-time credit load of 24 credit hours per academic year in both degree and certificate courses, in collaboration with the Seminary and the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA)
  • Participate in regular assessment and evaluation to foster continued pedagogical growth
  • Respond to changes in student learning styles and technology by employing diverse teaching methods and modalities, including online, in-person, synchronous and asynchronous learning
  • Co-direct the Master of Arts in Reformed Theology degree program, direct related capstone projects, and fulfill grant administrative duties related to the funding establishing the degree program
  • Serve as advisor and vocational mentor to students, particularly Presbyterian or Reformed students preparing for ordination

Scholarship and Professional Development

  • Pursue an active scholarly or creative agenda appropriate to one’s discipline and vocation and share outcomes through publications and presentations
  • Build and maintain a professional portfolio for advancement in rank and tenure
  • Participate in campus professional development opportunities
  • Engage in professional and vocational development opportunities in one’s guild and faith community

Service

  • Participate in and contribute to all meetings of faculty, seminary faculty/staff council, history/theology division, task forces; engage in chapel, orientation, convocations, baccalaureate and commencements
  • Serve on and contribute to academic and/or University-wide committees
  • Assist in student recruitment and retention activities throughout the academic year
  • Represent the University in professional associations, conferences, and church councils
  • Maintain good standing in home church and/or judicatory. If laboring outside the bounds of one’s judicatory, maintain permissions for such labor
  • Perform other duties, as assigned by the VPAA’s office or Seminary Dean, to support the missions of the university and seminary

Position Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrate expertise in church history/historical theology through completed coursework or qualified experience
  • Develop and use teaching methods that engage students and help them learn
  • Communicate and collaborate clearly and effectively with students, staff, and faculty members
  • Provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and maintain an active gradebook
  • Adapt to changes in the educational landscape, such as new technologies and educational standards
  • Practice Christian, professional and collegial behavior, cultural competency, and inclusive approaches in all circumstances

Qualifications:

  • Doctorate Degree Required – Ph.D. (or equivalent) in History of Christianity or Historical Theology
  • Master’s degree in a theological discipline
  • Ordination in a Reformed denomination (includes offices such as teaching elder and ruling elder)
  • Pastoral experience preferred

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To apply with a growing faith-based University for the Full-time Faculty in Church History/Historical Theology position, please submit a UD Employment Application with an attached cover letter, resume, and three professional references or email application materials to hr@dbq.edu. 

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Learning & Development Business Partner

As the Learning & Development Business Partner at Crescent Electric, you provide education to new and current employees that continually enhances and updates the skills and knowledge employees need to perform their duties at the highest level.  In this role, you will support the corporate training and development mission through planning and delivery of programs.

Primary Duties:

  • Work directly with Manager of Learning & Development and subject matter experts to prepare, coordinate, and administer corporate training programs, training materials and presentations, training communications, enrollments, event planning, and tracking attendance.

  • Conduct training programs for employees and leaders. Prepare training materials, exercises/interactions and presentations. Partner with suppliers and company employees to offer enhancements to existing content.

  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop in-person and e-learning content.

  • Measure effectiveness of delivered programs and works with key stakeholders to drive change and meet organizational goals.

  • Strive to ensure training programs are engaging and encourage employee retention. Create and innovate materials as needed to drive organizational objectives.

  • Ensure that all training materials and programs are compliant with state and federal laws and regulations governing the business.

  • Act as point-of-contact for partner training program and assist with employee enrollment of programs.

  • Support employee use of learning management system.  Provide reactive and proactive technical support for administrators and learners by determining the nature of problems and searching for reasonable solutions. Serve as liaison between the LMS vendors and Crescent to pursue any outstanding technical issues, address technical bugs and other system issues.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, HR, Communication, Education or other related field or commensurate experience. 

  • Minimum of 2 years proven experience in a teaching or facilitation role.

  • Experience in authoring content for live, in-person and web-based courses.

  • Experience in using content authoring tools such as Camtasia, Storyline 360 or Adobe Captivate to create innovative, creative and engaging content.

  • Experience in developing content for leadership development and/or onboarding programs preferable.

  • Valid Driver's license with the ability to travel up to 25% of the time, with overnight stays, to visit branches, off-site meetings, trade shows, conferences, etc.

  • Warehouse or workplace safety training experience a plus.

  • Proven experience in Workday HCM a plus.

  • Basic understanding of change management and process improvement practices and ability to put related principles into action.

  • Advanced computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Zoom, etc.)

  • Excellent customer service skills.

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, with overnight stays, to visit branches, off-site meetings, trade shows, conferences, etc.

  • Occasionally standing and walking. Most of the time sitting, use of hands/fingers, talking/hearing. Often reaching with hands/arms.

  • Visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, aesthetics and details of the work assigned.

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Total Rewards and Benefits

Crescent Electric's compensation package includes an array of top-tier benefit options, including: 

  • Eligibility for health,  and dental, vision coverage, 401(k) plan, and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms.
  • Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short-term disability, long-term care, and Employee Assistance Program, subject to applicable waiting periods.
  • Excused Absence time off and Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Company-paid holidays.
  • Other benefits for which you may be eligible includes supplemental life insurance, hospital indemnity, and accident and critical illness benefits with cancer coverage.
  • Eligibility: Employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees who are 21 years of age or older will be automatically enrolled in the company’s 401(k) plan once they achieve 90 days of employment.

Family Owned. Culture of Quality. Opportunities to Advance.

Crescent is transforming and we are on a mission to power the communities we serve through teamwork and relentless customer focus. We have a vision of uncompromising teamwork committed to becoming the industry leader for our employees, suppliers, and shareholders. At Crescent, you will have the opportunity to develop professionally, grow personally and have the flexibility to balance your life's priorities. Let's serve together. Let's power our communities together. Let's become THE industry leaders…together.

Crescent Electric Supply Company is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. Crescent Electric does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, race, national origin, gender, religion, marital status, disability, veteran, military status, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.

Candidates are subject to pre-employment assessments, Motor Vehicle Record review, criminal background checks, references check, and a post-offer drug screen. Crescent Electric is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Crescent Electric will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact jobs@cesco.com

Deputy Sheriff-Jail Division

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.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.
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.

 

Equal Opportunity

Dubuque County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (563) 589-4441.