Correctional Officer

CoreCivic; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company matched 401K

Paid time off and federal holidays

Healthcare and wellness programs

Paid Training and where applicableCert

Job summary

CoreCivic is hiring a Correctional Officer in an on-site facility in Ohio. The role focuses on security, care and supervision of inmates/residents across housing units and meals, with duties that may include armory/key control, kitchen, medical, and visitation.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to complete paid training and any state-required certifications. CoreCivic emphasizes service, professionalism and public good.

Qualifications

• Have a high school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• We train you to be successful: Paid training and, where applicable, state-licensed security officer.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.
• Report to and operate across posts including armory, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

$25.80 per hour At CoreCivic, Our Employees Are Driven By a Deep Sense Of Service, High Standards Of Professionalism And a Responsibility To Better The Public Good. We Are Hiring Immediately For a Correctional Officer Who Has a Passion For Providing The Highest Quality Care In An Institutional, Secure Setting. As a CoreCivic Employee, You Can Expect

• Company matched 401K
• Paid time off and federal holidays
• Healthcare and wellness programs
• Paid Training and where applicable certifications

The Correctional Officer provides for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments and during all other phases of activity in a correctional facility. You may have to employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

• You are responsible for maintaining order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.
• You must be able to work any shift, as you may be assigned to a variety of posts including, but not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, etc.
• CoreCivic recognizes your military service to qualify you for positions

requiring criminal justice experience.

You may be a fit for this role if you:

• Have a high school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• We train you to be successful: Paid training, and where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment (we pay the cost for you).
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Can demonstrate the ability to complete any required training.
• Are available to work any hours, any shift.
• Are at least 18 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.