During the week of May 1-7, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office will celebrate National Corrections Officers Week at the Hamilton County Jail. Several events will be going on internally during this week to honor and celebrate the staff who work in the Corrections Division.
The official kick-off event will occur on Wednesday, May 4, at 2 p.m. when Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger will deliver a proclamation at the Hamilton County Jail at 601 Walnut Street. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for operating and maintaining the Hamilton County Jail and currently employs over 156 corrections personnel (both sworn and civilian) who help make sure the HC Jail operates efficiently and safely.
“I am very proud of the men and women who represent the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Division,” stated Sheriff Jim Hammond. “They work tirelessly to provide a safe and secure environment for our community and the inmateswho temporarily reside in the Hamilton County Jail.”