About This Role
This corrections officer role involves maintaining the care, custody, and control of inmates within the county corrections system. It suits an individual dedicated to contributing to safer, stronger communities through diligent security and inmate management.
Responsibilities
- Control and record movement and daily activity of inmates in assigned area
- Perform various activities to preserve the security of all persons in the prison (i.e., cell searches, area searches, body searches, perimeter checks, etc.)
- Provide back-up security efforts to other corrections personnel as needed
- Monitor visits, church services, treatment programs, and all other inmate activity
- Provide emergency medical assistance as trained and certified
- Counsel inmates on care, custody and control and other institutional concerns
- Interact with other criminal justice agencies and the general public
- Escort inmates through the prison
- Assume responsibility for the operation of the Intake area and Central Booking Center when assigned, to include fingerprinting, conducting video arraignments, approving all temporary and permanent releases, and the acceptance of new commitments and bookings
- Maintain control of areas of responsibility to ensure inmates are following the rules and regulations of the prison
- Monitor activities within areas of responsibilities to prevent problems or security issues
- Transport and escort inmates throughout the facility as required
- Support the chain-of-command by strict adherence to policy and procedures, written and verbal directives, and all other County guidelines
- Perform other duties as required to ensure smooth operation of the department
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have no previous felony convictions
Nice to have:
- Previous law enforcement or military experience
Benefits
- Paid training
- Thirteen (13) paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short term disability
- Defined Pension program
- Flexible spending account
- Employee assistance program
- Promotional opportunities
- Uniforms provided
Important Details
- Schedule: 40-48 hours per week
- Contract: Union
- Training start date: November 30, 2026
Application Process