Correctional Officer I

STARTING PAY $40,040 A YEAR

AFTER 1 YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT WILL GET A RAISE TO $44,040,00A YEAR!

* more information: contact Lieutenant Matthew Hendrix @ 229-310-3584

MUST BE 21 YRS OF AGE OR OLDER

MUST NOT HAVE ANY FELONY , DRUG , AFFRAY, ASSAULT, FAMILY VIOLENCE, OBSTRUCTION OF OFFICER AND CERTAIN OTHER MISDEMEANOR CONVICTIONS.

Under supervision, maintains custody and security of prisoners and other incarcerated offenders and maintains order in correctional institutions and other places of detention. Transports offenders to and from correctional facilities. Takes offenders in custody and escort to locations within and outside of the facility. Responds to emergencies. Prepares admission, program, releases, transfers and other reports. Patrols assigned areas and report any problems. Oversees offenders during work assignments, meals, and recreation periods. Observes conduct and behavior of offenders to prevent disturbances and escapes. Maintains order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies and laws. Inspects, inventories, maintains physical control of, logs keys, tools, weapons and related equipment. Handles and trains canines for tracking, search and rescue, guard duty, detection of contraband. Guards facility entrances in order to screen visitors. Escorts offenders in transit and during temporary leaves. Enforces rules, regulations, and state laws necessary for control and management of offenders and the maintenance of public safety. Enforces all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED and any combination of training and experience which would enable the applicant to meet the minimum standards of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,040.00 - $44,044.00 per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,040.00 - $44,040.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person