Correctional Officer 1
Georgia Department of Corrections · Unadilla, GA · 1 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
Maintains custody and security
- Maintains custody and security of prisoners and other incarcerated offenders
- Maintains order in correctional institutions and other places of detention
Enforces Policies and Regulations
- Enforces all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations
- Enforces rules, regulations, and state laws necessary for control and management of offenders and the maintenance of public safety
Transports and Escorts
- Escorts offenders in transit and during temporary leaves
- Guards facility entrances in order to screen visitors
Handles and Trains Canines
- Handles and trains canines for tracking, search and rescue, guard duty, detection of contraband
Inspection and Inventory
- Inspects, inventories, maintains physical control of, logs keys, tools, weapons and related equipment
Order and Discipline
- Maintains order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies and laws
- Observes conduct and behavior of offenders to prevent disturbances and escapes
Work Assignments and Activities
- Oversees offenders during work assignments, meals, and recreation periods
- Patrols assigned areas and report any problems
Emergency Response
- Takes offenders in custody and escort to locations within and outside of the facility
- Transports offenders to and from correctional facilities