Correctional Officer

Starting pay: $19.13 per hour

About the role

We are hiring immediately for a Correctional Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting.

The Correctional Officer provides for the security, care, and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and during all other phases of activity in a correctional facility. You may have to employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order.

You are responsible for maintaining order and security of inmates in a correctional facility. You must be able to work any shift, as you may be assigned to a variety of posts including, but not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation.

Veterans and individuals with military service qualifying as criminal justice experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, and on work assignments
• Maintain order and security within the correctional facility
• Work any shift and be assigned to various posts (e.g., armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation)
• Employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order when necessary

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to complete required training
• Availability to work any hours, any shift
• At least 18 years of age

Benefits

• Company-matched 401K
• Paid time off and federal holidays
• Healthcare and wellness programs
• Paid training and certifications (where applicable), including state licensure costs for non-commissioned security officers

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status.