Correctional Officer II

About the role

The Correctional Officer II position is responsible for maintaining order and security within a correctional facility. This includes monitoring inmates, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations, and providing necessary assistance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and security within the facility.
• Monitor inmates and ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
• Provide necessary assistance to inmates and staff.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents as required.
• Document activities and incidents accurately and promptly.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must complete the training program at the Mississippi Department of Corrections or the equivalent within another state, as approved by the Mississippi Department of Corrections.
• Must have at least 6 years of relevant experience in a correctional or secure facility.
• No experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• 6 years of experience
• 7 years of experience
• 8 years of experience
• 9 years of experience
• 10 years of experience
• More than 10 years of experience

Qualifications

• None
• GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma
• 30 semester hours
• Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours
• 90 semester hours
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Specialist Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of correctional procedures and inmate management.
• Physical stamina and ability to perform physical tasks.

Benefits

• Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state’s health and prescription insurance program.
• Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments.
• All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment.
• Many state agencies provide discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
• Many state agencies offer opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts.
• Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave.
• In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
• Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation’s celebrations with family and friends.
• The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program.
• State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan.
• All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees’ Credit Union.
• Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement.
• The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency.
• Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.

Pay

$44,788.15 Annually

Schedule

Full-Time