Correctional Officer

Responsibilities

• Conducts pat searches and strip searches
• Completes written reports, including, but not limited to, incident and disciplinary reports
• Participates in secure and safe offender movements and activities
• Conducts scheduled and random shakedown of the facility
• Conducts safety and sanitation inspections
• Conducts drug screenings, when needed.
• Dispenses mail to offender population
• Manages offender sign in/out log
• Conducts evacuation drills, as necessary
• Collections documentation for ACA proofs
• Assists in meal service to offenders
• Operates and manages offender housing, offender processing, or control room, as assigned
• Responds to offender requests, concerns, and/or emergencies
• Conducts headcount/roll call
• Adheres to and enforces all departmental policies and accreditation standards
• Enforces rules and regulations on the offender population and follows disciplinary guidelines
• Supervises laundry exchange services

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be able to pass a drug screening
• Must be able to pass a physical fitness test

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of correctional facility experience preferred

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Knowledge of correctional facility operations

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Pay

• $18.00 per hour

Schedule

• 12 hour shifts