Boone County Sheriff's Office

06/11/2026

🚔 NOW HIRING – CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS 🚔

The Boone County Sheriff's Office is seeking dedicated, professional, and motivated individuals to join our team as Correctional Officers.

As a Correctional Officer, you play a vital role in maintaining the safety and security of our detention facility while serving the citizens of Boone County. This is an opportunity to begin a rewarding career in law enforcement with an agency that values professionalism, teamwork, and service.

What We Offer:
✅ IMRF Pension Benefits
✅ Competitive Pay & Comprehensive Benefits Package
✅ Paid Training
✅ Career Advancement Opportunities
✅ Stable, Full-Time Employment
✅ Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
✅ Opportunity to Serve Your Community

Whether you're looking to start a career in criminal justice or seeking a profession with long-term stability and growth potential, we encourage you to apply.

📅 Application Deadline: June 22, 2026
📝 Written Examination: June 26, 2026
(All qualified applicants who submit an application by the deadline will be invited to test.)

Apply Online:
https://www.boonecountyil.gov/how_do_i/apply_for_obtain/employment___appointments.php

Join a team committed to professionalism, integrity, and public service. Your career in law enforcement starts here.

06/05/2026

🍩 A big thank you to the Salvation Army Belvidere Corps for stopping by and treating our staff to donuts today!

Along with the delicious power rings, they shared the fascinating history of the Salvation Army's original "Donut Lassies." During World War I, Salvation Army volunteers traveled to the front lines in France to provide comfort, encouragement, and a taste of home to American soldiers. Despite limited supplies and challenging conditions, these remarkable women fried donuts for the troops, boosting morale and creating a tradition that continues to this day.

We appreciate the Salvation Army not only for the donuts but also for taking the time to educate us about this important piece of history and the organization's long-standing commitment to serving others during times of need.

Thank you, Salvation Army Belvidere Corps, for all that you do for our community! 🍩❤️🚔

05/29/2026

💳 Financial Exploitation in Our Community 💳

Scammers and financial predators are targeting people in our community every day. Join us for this FREE educational event to learn how to recognize scams, protect yourself, and help prevent financial exploitation.

📅 June 3, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – Noon
📍 Senior Connections
2141 Henry Luckow Ln., Belvidere, IL

Featured speakers include banking professionals, FBI Victim Specialist, Boone County States Attorney, and a Boone County Deputy discussing current fraud trends, scam prevention, and resources available to victims.

✔️ Free event
✔️ Light breakfast and refreshments provided
✔️ Transportation available upon request

Registration deadline is May 29, 2026.

Please register here:
https://financialexploitationinou.rsvpify.com

This FVCC sponsored training is funded in part by the Illinois Criminal Justice Authority.

05/15/2026

🚨🍩 REMINDER: We’re officially ON THE ROOF! 🍩🚨

Apparently the rumors are true… cops really do love donuts.

Come see the Belvidere Police Department and the Boone County Sheriff’s Office this morning at Dunkin’ Donuts – 320 W. Chrysler Dr. in Belvidere for Cop on a Rooftop benefiting Special Olympics Illinois!

We’ll be here until Noon, drinking coffee, collecting donations, and proving that tactical donut floats are department approved equipment. 🍩🛟

Stop by, honk, donate, grab a coffee, and support an incredible cause! ❤️💙

05/14/2026

🚨🍩 COPS + DONUTS = A perfectly balanced breakfast of justice. 🍩🚨

Tomorrow morning, the Belvidere Police Department and the Boone County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in Cop on a Rooftop at Dunkin’ Donuts, located at 320 W. Chrysler Dr. in Belvidere, from 5:00 AM until Noon!

Come out, grab some coffee and donuts, laugh at cops willingly hanging out on a roof, and most importantly help support an amazing cause — Special Olympics of Illinois ❤️💙

Yes… the donut jokes write themselves.
No… we are not helping the stereotype.
And yes… we will absolutely still eat the donuts.

Stop by, say hello, and help us support these incredible athletes! 🍩👮‍♂️☕

05/14/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING – MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 🚨

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for a full time Maintenance Technician position at the Public Safety Building in Belvidere, Illinois.

🔧 General building maintenance and repair knowledge is needed for this position. Experience with boilers, HVAC, and knowledge of three phase electric is desired. Have the ability to work and coordinate with outside contractors, suppliers, and inspectors. Order and maintain inventory of repair parts.

💰 Starting Salary:
$52,020.00 – $58,260.80
(Based on qualifications and experience)

✅ Benefits Include:
• Regular pay raises including 6 in the first 3 years
• Paid time off and 13 holidays off per year
• Illinois FOP union position
• IMRF pension

📋 Minimum Qualifications:
• U.S. Citizen
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• No felony convictions / good moral character
• Illinois resident within 21 miles of 615 N. Main St., Belvidere, IL or willing to relocate

Applications can be obtained by clicking the link below:
https://www.boonecountyil.gov/how_do_i/apply_for_obtain/employment___appointments.php -2311168eba1d2a82b9948767b1e1afe5b62ca4387f567e6ca16b819df791692f

Or picked up in person at:
Boone County Public Safety Building
615 N. Main St.
Belvidere, IL 61008

Please email completed applications to Chief Deputy Kevin Smyth at [email protected] or drop off your application or mail to: Boone County Sheriff's Office Attn: Chief Deputy Smyth 615 N. Main St., Belvidere, IL. 61008 EOE

Join our team and help keep our facilities operating safely and efficiently for the staff and community we serve.

Boone County is a boutique county that cherishes its rural heritage, has access to world class transportation options, is receptive to change and committed to deliver quality services in a fiscally responsible manner. Boone County is located in the heart of the Midwest and northern Illinois, just ea...

05/13/2026

Please join us tomorrow evening as the Belvidere Park District, Belvidere Police Department, Boone County Sheriff's Office, Belvidere Fire Department, and Boone County Fire Protection District #2 as they es**rt Belvidere Park District’s Special Olympics Team into town on their annual Victory Parade! The parade kicks off at 5:30 pm at the former Pacemaker parking lot and will continue north on Pearl St. Help support our athletes by lining Pearl Street down to the Community Building!

05/10/2026

National Police Week is a time to honor, remember, and recognize the men and women in law enforcement who have dedicated their lives to serving and protecting their communities.

Established in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which it falls as National Police Week, this week serves as a national tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, as well as those who continue to wear the badge each and every day.

During Police Week, we remember the fallen heroes who gave their lives in service to others. We honor their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to keeping our communities safe. Their legacy will never be forgotten.

We also want to extend our sincere gratitude to the dedicated members of the Boone County Sheriff’s Office and all of our neighboring law enforcement agencies. Thank you for the long hours, missed holidays, difficult calls, and countless sacrifices made not only by you, but also by your families. Your professionalism, compassion, and commitment to public service do not go unnoticed.

To all law enforcement officers—past and present—thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your dedication to the communities you proudly serve. Stay safe. 🇺🇸💙

05/03/2026

National Correctional Officers Week is observed during the first full week of May. This year, it will be recognized from May 3rd through May 9th. Established by former President Ronald Reagan on May 5, 1984, this week honors correctional officers for their dedicated service and recognizes their vital contributions to society.

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office extends its sincere appreciation to the men and women who serve behind the walls of our correctional facilities. Though their names and faces may not be widely known to the public, their impact within the law enforcement community is immeasurable.

A career as a Correctional Officer is one of pride, professionalism, and responsibility. It is not simply a stepping stone to other roles in law enforcement, but a specialized profession requiring dedication, strong communication skills, sound judgment, integrity, and the ability to effectively de-escalate challenging situations. Correctional Officers play an essential role in maintaining order, ensuring safety, and supporting the broader criminal justice system.

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office is grateful for the commitment, professionalism, and invaluable service our Correctional Officers provide to our community each and every day.

04/29/2026

⚖️ Now Hiring ⚖️

The 17TH Judicial Circuit Court Boone County Non Bargaining Unit is now hiring:

LANGUAGE ACCESS FACILITATOR & SPANISH COURT INTERPRETER

HOURS: 37.5 hours per week
8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday

COMPENSATION: Range $20.00 to $30.00 per hour
Commensurable based on experience and credentials
The County participates in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) and offers a generous
benefits package, including: health insurance, flexible spending accounts, an employee wellness
program, term life insurance, supplemental insurance, thirteen (13) holidays, paid time-off (including
vacation, personal, and sick leave), and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan.

LOCATION: Boone County Courthouse, 601 North Main Street, Belvidere, IL. 61008

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The 17th Judicial Circuit Court is accepting applications for Language Access Facilitator & Spanish Court Interpreter at the Boone County Courthouse, which has four courtrooms. This position is charged with assuring that LEP persons enjoy equal access to justice, and increasing the efficiency, quality and uniformity of service provision.
Specific duties include:
• Coordinate foreign language and sign interpretation services.
• Maintain a centralized interpreter schedule and activity log, and compile statistical information.
• Schedule and oversee foreign language and sign language interpretation services.
• Perform simultaneous and consecutive Spanish interpreting for court proceedings both in-person and through video remote technology.
• Sight translation of written court forms and documents.
• Continually strive to improve skills and knowledge in order to advance their profession and credentials.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and justice system partners.
• Act in accordance with the Illinois Supreme Court’s Language Access Policy, the Illinois Supreme Court Code of Interpreter Ethics, as well as the 17th Judicial Circuit Court Language Access Plan.
• Assist with administrative functions like telephone coverage and other related duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Judge, Presiding Judge of Boone County and Trial Court Administrator.
• Provide guidance on language access to other Boone County departments serving court involved individuals.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Completion of high school or GED.
• Native-like mastery of English and Spanish, and experience with court protocol and legal terminology.
• “Certified” or “Registered” status on the Illinois Supreme Court Language Interpreter Registry, or other court interpreter registries, is preferred.
• Strong understanding of Illinois Supreme Court Code of Interpreter Ethics (made available at https://bit.ly/3Z3pU9j).
• Cultural intelligence and knowledge of the dialectical varieties of English and Spanish, including regional colloquialisms and slang expressions.
• Knowledge of standards and laws pertaining to court interpreting and basic court procedure.
• Knowledge of basic clerical skills, including use of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Occasional travel may be required.

APPLICANTS SHOULD SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER ELECTRONICALLY TO:
Kimberly Ackmann, Deputy Court Administrator
400 W. State St. Suite 215
Rockford, IL 61101
[email protected]
Be advised that all offers of employment are conditional, subject to a satisfactory background review, fitness evaluation, and drug testing.

POSTED: 04/29/2026 EXPIRATION: 5/27/2026
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