Correction Officer - Security, Counts & Rehab Impact

State of Ohio; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Ohio is seeking a Correction Officer at Southwestern Correctional Institution in Lancaster, OH. The role involves controlling the facility to ensure safety, supervising inmate activity, and enforcing rules.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license where applicable. New hires start at step 1 with hourly pay of 24.88 and move to step 2 (25.61) after 6 months, with potential shift-based increases.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license for positions with transportation duties.
• Successful completion of required correction officer assessments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control of the institution to ensure safety and security.
• Supervise inmate activity in assigned areas.
• Ensure assigned area is clean, safe and secure.
• Monitor security controls, equipment and computers.
• Operate vehicles for perimeter security and inmate transport.
• Conduct inmate counts, security rounds and searches.
• Complete required reports and participate on committees.
• Prevent escapes or incidents that threaten security.
• Use force when necessary to detain or secure inmates.

Skills

Corrections

Security

Law Enforcement

Communications

Criminology/Criminal Justice

Teamwork

Observation

Job description

State of Ohio is seeking a Correction Officer at Southwestern Correctional Institution in Lancaster, OH. The role involves controlling the facility to ensure safety, supervising inmate activity, and enforcing rules.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license where applicable. New hires start at step 1 with hourly pay of 24.88 and move to step 2 (25.61) after 6 months, with potential shift-based increases.