Court Security Officer Overview
We seek qualified individuals to join the Macon County Sheriff's Office Court Security Division. The application process opens on December 1, 2025, and closes on December 12, 2025. Notification will be made through our website and social media sites. An application packet can be downloaded from here or emailed directly to you. To request, please email mjedlicka@sheriff-macon-il.us and include “Court Security” in the subject line, or pick up in person at 333 S. Franklin St., Decatur, Illinois 62523 between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Monday-Friday.
Salary and Benefits
The starting salary is $46,117.94, with structured salary step increases covered under the CBA. Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance are offered.
Requirements
- 21 years of age
- Not have any physical or mental disability which would render them incapable of performing duties required of the position
- High School graduate or equivalent
- Be a citizen or legal resident
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Be fingerprinted and pass a comprehensive background investigation
- Pass an oral interview
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug test
- Live within 40 miles of the Macon County Sheriff’s Office
- Accepted into and complete Basic Correctional Officer Academy Training or equivalent training sufficient to obtain a waiver from ILETSB
Download Full Court Security Officer Overview (PDF)
Apply Today
Paper applications can be obtained at the Macon County Sheriff's Office, between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm, Monday - Friday.
*Macon County Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sec, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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