A correctional officer in Douglas County was arrested Wednesday and accused of having a sexual relationship with a female inmate, authorities said.

Christian Nicholas Joe, who had been employed for just 37 days, is facing charges of sexual assault by a correctional officer, aggravated sodomy and violation of oath of office, according to the Douglas sheriff’s office.

The 20-year-old was taken into custody after the sheriff’s office said it received a tip about the alleged misconduct Monday. Joe was booked into the county jail.

The sheriff’s office said all new hires undergo a background check that includes a psychological evaluation, polygraph test, reference checks, criminal history review, interviews and verification of personal and work history.

Joe had his first court appearance Wed

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