Correction Officer Trainee

NYSDOCCS Recruitment; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

104 hours of vacation annually

Paid sick leave

Excellent health, dental, and optical insurance

All uniforms and equipment provided

Job summary

NYSDOCCS Recruitment is seeking Correction Officer Trainees in Buffalo, NY. Candidates will participate in a 12-month training program, including at least 8 weeks of formal training at the Correctional Services Training Academy.

The role involves ensuring the safety and security of incarcerated individuals across various correctional facilities. Additional monetary compensations include a $5,000 annual geographic pay differential and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Must complete a 12-month training program.
• Participate in a minimum 8-week formal training program.
• Responsible for custody and security of incarcerated individuals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of incarcerated individuals.
• Attend Correctional Services Training Academy.

Job description

Correction Officer Trainees

are required to participate in, and satisfactorily complete, requirements of a 12-month training program before advancing to Correction Officer. As part of the program, you will attend the Correctional Services Training Academy for a minimum 8-week formal training program.

Correction Officers are responsible for the custody and security, as well as for the safety and well-being of incarcerated individuals in state correctional facilities, shock incarceration correctional facilities, work release centers and a drug treatment campus.

• Salary range includes a $5,000 annual geographic pay differential.

Additional Monetary Compensations Provided:

• Pay Location
• Pay Pre‑Shift Briefing
• Expanded Duty Pay
• 104 hours of vacation annually, up to a maximum of 156 hours, depending on length of service.
• 104 hours annually paid holiday time.
• 40 paid personal leave hours annually.
• Paid sick leave accumulating at the rate of 104 hours per year.
• Excellent health, dental, and optical insurance covera
• All uniforms and equipment are provided.