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SalaryARMY Corrections Officer
(Requires Enlistment in US ARMY)
Overview
Internment/resettlement specialists are primarily responsible for day-to-day operations in a military confinement/correctional facility or detention/internment facility.
Job Duties
- Supervision of confinement and detention operations
- External security to facilities
- Counseling/guidance to individual prisoners within a rehabilitative program
- Records of prisoners/internees and their programs
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older.
- HS diploma or GED.
- US Army is a drug-free organization; employees are subject to random drug tests.
- Willing to submit to a background review.
- Available to work in geographic area indicated.
- Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Able to pass a physical screening
- Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
- Able to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow; hear, and with training, distinguish auditory signals
Training
Job training for an corrections officer requires 17 weeks of Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field.
Some of the skills you’ll learn are:
- Military laws and jurisdictions
- Self-defense and use of firearms
- Interpersonal communications skills
- Search/restraint and custody/control procedures
Helpful Skills
- Interest in law enforcement
- Physically and mentally fit
- Ability to make quick decisions
- Remain calm under heavy duress
Compensation
Total compensation includes monthly housing stipend, monthly food allowance, medical coverage, paid holidays, 30 days of paid vacation a year, and paid movement costs for any relocation.
- Housing: A stipend allowance based on your location
- Subsistence: Monthly food allowance
- Medical: Full coverage for whole family at no cost to member
- Vacation: 30 days paid
- Relocation: Paid relocation costs
- Holidays: Paid holidays
Earn Cash For In Demand Jobs
You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for certain jobs
Education Benefits
In the U.S. Army, you will earn full-tuition, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses.
Qualified students can earn tuition assistance, student loan repayment plans, and merit based scholarships.
All training will qualify as transferrable credits to any college.
Future Civilian Careers
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with federal, state and local law enforcement.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $26,505.00 - $78,327.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Willing to undergo a background check?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
