Corrections Officer - NORTHERN FACILITIES

About the role

The Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking Corrections Officers for various facilities within its Northern Region. Positions are available at multiple locations throughout the state.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and participation in the custody, security, and treatment of prisoners in correctional facilities.
• Learning and development of interpersonal skills required to perform a range of corrections officer assignments.
• Completion of DOC Officer Recruit Training program.
• Eight weeks of academy training and two months of on-the-job training.
• Annual training and continuing certification as a Corrections Officer.

Requirements

• Education: Completion of 15 semester (23 term) college credits in any field. Military Veterans: Joint Service Transcripts (JST) accepted.
• Experience: Eight years of full-time corrections officer experience in another local, state, federal or private correctional institution, or successful completion of basic training in the uniformed services.
• Additional Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old, pass a post-job-offer medical exam, drug screen, and physical fitness test, and complete an approved eight-week corrections officer training program.

Qualifications

• Must meet high ethical standards and report any possible conflict of interest.
• Must pass a background investigation.

Skills

• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of correctional facilities operations.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement within the department.
• Support for military and veteran employees, spouses, and families.

Pay

Compensation details are provided in the class specification document available at this link.

Schedule

Shifts vary based on facility needs, but typically include day, evening, and night shifts.