Correctional Officer - Bainbridge Probation/Substance Abuse Treatment Center

State of Georgia; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 3,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia seeks a Correctional Officer for the Bainbridge Probation/Substance Abuse Treatment Center. The role involves maintaining security and order among incarcerated individuals, enforcing regulations, and handling various tasks to ensure safety. This position offers a starting pay of $22.02 per hour, with opportunities for advancement and benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

13 paid holidays per year

On the Job Training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must meet minimum standards of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council.
• Training and experience to meet qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain custody and security of prisoners and offenders.
• Enforce institutional policies and state laws.
• Respond to emergency situations and follow security protocols.

Skills

Custody management

Security enforcement

Behavior observation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Correctional Officer - Bainbridge Probation/Substance Abuse Treatment Center

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This range is provided by State of Georgia. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$22.02/hr - $22.02/hr

NOTE: Bainbridge Probation/Substance Abuse Treatment Center is located in Bainbridge (Decatur County), Georgia, NOT the city of Decatur. It is NOT in metro Atlanta. Bainbridge is located in southwest Georgia, 250 miles south of Atlanta, bordering Florida. If you live in metro Atlanta and are not willing to relocate to southwest Georgia, do not apply for this job. Instead, please apply for positions at other facilities in metro Atlanta.

Under supervision, maintains custody and security of prisoners and other incarcerated offenders and maintains order in correctional institutions and other places of detention. Enforces all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations. Enforces rules, regulations, and state laws necessary for control and management of offenders and the maintenance of public safety. 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.

Starting salary is $22.02 per hour, with a 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, 401(k), Vision Insurance, On the Job Training, Life Insurance.

Location Name: Bainbridge Probation Substance Abuse Treatment Center Address1: 235 State Hospital Road City: Bainbridge Zipcode: 39818 County: DECATUR COUNTY

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About The Georgia Department Of Corrections (GDC)

The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) has one of the largest prison systems in the U.S. and is responsible for supervising approximately 47,000 state prisoners. It is the largest law enforcement agency in the state with approximately 9,000 employees. For more information on the GDC, please visit https://jobs.gdc.ga.gov.

Mission Statement

To protect Georgians by operating secure facilities and providing opportunities for offender rehabilitation.

High school diploma or GED AND any combination of training and experience which would enable the applicant to meet the minimum standards of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.).

Additional Information

• Agency Logo: Requisition ID: LAW0AEG
• Number of Openings: 1
• Advertised Salary: $45,806/yr.; $22.02/hour
• Shift: Variable
• Posting End Date: Jul 23, 2025

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