Corrections Officer - Southern Facilities

About the role

The Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking Corrections Officers for various facilities within the Southern Region of operations. These positions are entry-level and involve overseeing and participating in the custody, security, and treatment of prisoners in correctional facilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in the custody, security, and treatment of prisoners in correctional facilities.
• Learn and develop the interpersonal skills required to perform a range of corrections officer assignments.
• Complete the DOC Officer Recruit Training program, consisting of 8 weeks of academy training and 2 months of on-the-job training.
• Successfully complete the probationary period at an assigned correctional facility.
• Participate in the custody, security, and treatment of prisoners or detainees while learning and developing the interpersonal skills required to perform a range of corrections officer assignments.
• Pass a post-job-offer medical exam, drug screen, and physical fitness test.
• Continue to meet the requirements for continuing certification as a Corrections Officer.

Requirements

• Education: Completion of 15 semester (23 term) college credits in any field. Military Veterans: Acceptance of Joint Services Transcripts (JST).
• Experience: 8 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 followed by eight weeks of on-the-job training.

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Interpersonal skills
• Custody and security management
• Treatment of prisoners
• Physical fitness

Benefits

Military Veterans are encouraged to apply. The Department of Corrections is a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer, offering many benefits and services to support military and veteran employees, spouses, and families.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.