Douglas County Sheriff's Office Illinois

08/24/2026

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for the part-time position of Courthouse Security Officer. This position will be 20-30 hours per week, and the rate of pay will be $19.50 per hour.

Courthouse Security Officers are responsible for maintaining courtroom order and decorum while providing security to Jurors, Counselors, Judges and others present. A Courthouse Security Officer also facilitates court procedures, such as announcing the arrival of the presiding Judge and conclusion of Court.
The Courthouse Security Officer provides administrative support, helping deliver documents, assisting deputies with defendants in custody, es**rting defendants to various offices within the courthouse, stocking courtroom supplies and aiding with jury proceedings as directed by the presiding Judge.

Training and certification requirements are provided through the Sheriff's Office and the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.

If this unique position interests you, we encourage you to apply by requesting an application at the following email: [email protected] or visiting https://douglascountyil.gov/sheriff-office Please call 217-253-3511 with any questions you may have.

08/15/2026

With the weather improving, it is a great day to bring the family out to this open house event being held by our partners at Tuscola Fire Department from 2-4pm.

08/07/2026

Congratulations to Officer Kylee Miller on her graduation today from the 8 week Corrections Academy at Southwestern Illinois College!

Officer Miller was described as an exceptional cadet, and we look forward to her reporting for duty next week!

07/17/2026

Today we honor and remember Tommy "TK" Martin's End of Watch. TK touched the lives of so many and is greatly missed. His legacy endures here at the Sheriff's Office, and we will never forget.

https://nleomf.org/fallen-heroes/tommy-kent-martin/

07/16/2026

**Notification**

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency phone lines are currently down. Please use our alternate line 217-202-1186 until further notice. Thank you!

07/14/2026

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is accepting Corrections Officer applications. Submitted applications and resumes will be given consideration as openings become available. You can apply and submit a resume through our posting on Indeed or by visiting our web page at https://douglascountyil.gov/sheriff-office where you can obtain an application and submit via email at [email protected]

LATERAL TRANSFER salary incentives (minimum of 2 years prior full-time certified experience) This position is also posted on Indeed at https://www.indeed.com/job/correctional-officer-lateral-transfer-cfb5f57aa71fbed2

Job Description:
Douglas County Correctional Officers are responsible for overseeing individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial or who have been sentenced to serve time in jail.

Duties:
Correctional officers typically do the following:
Enforce rules and keep order within jails
Supervise activities of inmates
Inspect facilities to ensure that they meet security and safety standards
Search inmates for contraband items
Report on inmate conduct
Es**rt and transport inmates

Inside the jail, Correctional Officers enforce rules and regulations. They maintain security by preventing disturbances, assaults, and escapes, and by inspecting facilities. They check cells and other areas for unsanitary conditions, contraband, signs of a security breach (such as tampering with window bars and doors), and other rule violations. Officers also inspect mail and visitors for prohibited items. They write reports and fill out daily logs detailing inmate behavior and anything else of note that occurred during their shift.
Correctional Officers may have to restrain inmates to es**rt them safely to and from cells and to see authorized visitors. Officers also es**rt prisoners to courtrooms, medical facilities, and other destinations.

Job Type: Full-time - 12 Hour
Pay: From $25.49 per hour (FOP Labor Union)
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

06/17/2026

06/07/2026

Thanks Pizza Hut for all the love ❤️ We appreciate you!

06/03/2026

Congratulations to Jail Administrator Tamee Adams & Deputy Ryan Washburn for their successful completion of the prestigious FBINAA Leadership Certification Program!

The purpose of the Leadership Certification Program is to continue to develop the highest degree of law enforcement leaders across the country. This endeavor was several weeks of course work that encompassed the latest strategies, techniques, and real-world leadership scenarios to prepare each participant to better lead their respective units, shifts, or offices into the unpredictable future of law enforcement.

We appreciate their dedication to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office and the motivation to enhance themselves both professionally and personally. We're proud of you both!

05/12/2026

🚜🌽 Farm Equipment on Our Roads: Share the Road Safely 🌽🚜

As planting season is underway across Douglas County, motorists will see more tractors, combines, and other large farm equipment traveling on our rural roads and highways.

These vehicles are essential to our agricultural community, but they move much slower than normal traffic and require extra space to operate safely.

Operators of these implements are often doing their best to ensure everyone's safety, and prefer to be in the field rather than on a roadway.

🚗 Safety Tips for Motorists:

✅ Slow down and be patient. Farm equipment often travels at speeds of 15–25 mph.
✅ Watch for the orange triangle emblem, which indicates a slow-moving vehicle.
✅ Do not pass unless it is legal and safe. Make sure you have a clear view of oncoming traffic. A FLASHING amber signal on one side with a SOLID amber signal on the other indicates the implement will be turning in the direction of the flashing amber signal. The implement may need to swing wide to complete the turn safely.
✅ Remember equipment may turn unexpectedly and visibility is often hindered. Wide implements often swing left before making a right turn.
✅ Give extra following distance. Large equipment can obscure your view and may stop suddenly.
✅ Be especially cautious at dawn and dusk, when visibility is reduced.

🚜 Safety Tips for Farmers:

🌟 Use lights, reflectors, and slow-moving vehicle emblems.
🌟 Check mirrors frequently and pull over when safe to allow traffic to pass.
🌟 Ensure equipment is properly secured before traveling.

Our farmers work hard to feed our communities. By slowing down and sharing the road, we can help prevent crashes and keep everyone safe.

If you encounter farm equipment on the roadway, remember: A few extra minutes of patience can save a life.