Correctional Officer

Full Time
Buford, GA 30519
From $20.12 an hour
Posted
Job description

*Supervise inmates in penal institution in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures. Observes conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes. Inspects locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates for tampering. Searches inmates and cells for contraband articles. Supervise and direct inmates during work assignments. Patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infractions of rules, and unsatisfactory attitude or adjustment of prisoners and reports observations to a supervisor. Employs weapons or force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners, if necessary. Escorts inmates to and from visiting room, medical office, and religious services. Supervise entrance of prison to screen visitors. Prepares written reports concerning incidences of inmate disturbances or injuries.

Job requirements:

* Applicants must be 21 years old or older

* Applicants must be a United States Citizen * Applicants must have your Naturalization Certificate (if applicable)
* Applicants must have at least a High school diploma/GED or equivalent
* Applicants must have a Social Security Card
* Applicants must hold a Georgia driving license
* A criminal background check will be required on applicants: No Charges or No felony convictions, No charges or convictions on certain misdemeanor of domestic violence

* Must pass the POST Entrance Exam Accuplacer Test and Integrity Test

Job salary and benefits:
* Start Salary $41,844.00 Yearly, 10% pay increase after 12 months
* Working days vary between weekdays and weekends
* Normal work shifts: Varies
* The hours for this role are Full-time, Permanent
* Salaried "Exempt" position
* Leave benefits include Vacation/paid time off and Sick leave
* Retirement benefits include Pension plan and 401K
* Insurance benefits include Dental, Health, Life and Vision

Opportunities for Advancement:

COI, COII, Field Training officer, Transfer Officer, CERT, TACT, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Unit Manager, Deputy Warden, Warden, Public Safety Trainer Instructor, Criminal Investigator, Canine Handler, Special Agent, Special Agent in Charge, Asst. Special Agent in Charge, Inspector, Deputy Director, Director.

Contact information:

Call for an appointment: contact Judy Worley 770-932-4509 or GDCJOBS

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.12 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
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Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Buford, GA 30519: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Military: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Security: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Conflict management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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