Correctional Officer

1 month ago


Decatur, Alabama, United States GeorgiaGov Full time
Job Summary

As a Correctional Officer with the Georgia Department of Corrections, you will play a critical role in maintaining the safety and security of our facilities and the public. This is a challenging and rewarding career opportunity that requires a strong sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain custody and security of prisoners and other incarcerated offenders
  • Enforce all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations
  • Escorts offenders in transit and during temporary leaves
  • Guards facility entrances in order to screen visitors
  • Handles and trains canines for tracking, search and rescue, guard duty, detection of contraband
  • Inspects, inventories, maintains physical control of, logs keys, tools, weapons and related equipment
  • Maintains order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies and laws
  • Observes conduct and behavior of offenders to prevent disturbances and escapes
  • Oversees offenders during work assignments, meals, and recreation periods
  • Patrols assigned areas and report any problems
  • Prepares admission, program, releases, transfers and other reports
  • Responds to emergencies
  • Takes offenders in custody and escort to locations within and outside of the facility
  • Transports offenders to and from correctional facilities
Benefits
  • Starting salary is competitive
  • Salary increase after 6 months and a promotion and another increase at the 12 month mark
  • 13 paid holidays per year
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401K/457 Plan
  • Vision Insurance
  • On the Job Training
  • Life Insurance
About the Georgia Department of Corrections

The Georgia Department of Corrections is a state agency responsible for the administration of the state's correctional system. Our mission is to protect Georgians by operating secure facilities and providing opportunities for offender rehabilitation.



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