Private Sector Work Programs

Iowa Code 904-801-904.815. Under the guidance of the U.S. Department of Justice, the State of Iowa is certified to provide inmates for private business, providing the business meets state and federal guidelines.

To be eligible for this program, offenders must be scheduled for release within three years. Iowa inmates that work for private companies surrender their paycheck to the state for payment of their obligations. Inmates can keep no more than 20% of their wages. The balance goes for payment of taxes, child support, restitution, victims’ compensation and room and board.

Private sector programs are available at Rockwell City, Fort Dodge, Newton, Mitchellville, Mount Pleasant and Clarinda.

For more information on this program, contact Roger Baysden at 515-242-5705 or roger.baysden@iowa.gov.