Correctional Security Guard - Donaldson

General Overview

This is a non-contact security position for the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) at Donaldson Correctional Facility located in Bessemer, Alabama.

Salary Information

Salary Range: $33,066.80 - $55,375.20 Annually
Hourly Range: $17.55 - $19.36
*Starting salary upon initial appointment to the merit system may be based on various factors (e.g., education, experience)

Expected Hours

• 40 - 45 per week
• 12-hour shift
• Morning and evening shifts
• Rotating weekends

Responsibilities of a Correctional Security Guard

- Assists with monitoring inmate behavior from a confined operational cubicle within halls, dorms, cellblocks, yards, dining facilities and places where inmates are located within the general population of prison facilities, provides clear instructions to inmates.
- Learns to conduct visitor searches for unauthorized and illegal items and contraband during general population visitation.
- Learns to complete reports and keep records of inmate work progress, behavior, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences in the general population.
- Communicates with supervisors and provides and receives information regarding inmates under their supervision; promotes rehabilitation.
- Other duties assigned by facility leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) certificate
• 18 years of age or older
• This is non-APOSTC position - passing physical fitness test and firearms certification is not required.

Special Requirements

• Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license or state issued identification card from their State of residency.
• Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening.
• Applicants must have no felony or domestic violence convictions.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental insurance
• 13 Annual Leave Days
• 13 Annual Sick Days
• 21 Military Leave Days
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Furnished Uniforms
• Paid time off
• Full Retirement