Correctional Officer: Security, Care & Overtime Pay

NYC Department of Correction; New York (NY); On-site; USD 56,838 - 109,352; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Paid sick days

Annual uniform allowance

Overtime pay

Job summary

A correctional agency in New York is seeking Correction Officers to maintain security and oversee individuals in custody within correctional facilities. Responsibilities include supervising activities, conducting contraband searches, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Officers will work various shifts and physical conditions may be demanding. Starting salary is $56,838 with significant earning potential including overtime pay and additional benefits. Candidates must be at least 21 years old by appointment date.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ by appointment date, with no upper age limit.
• Capability to manage security protocols within correctional facilities.
• Experience in handling various situations with individuals in custody.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security and care for individuals in custody.
• Supervise visits, meals, and recreational programs.
• Conduct searches and complete reports as necessary.
• Issue orders and maintain logs.
• Respond to incidents and enforce security regulations.

Skills

Security Procedures

Contraband Searches

Communication

Physical Restraint

Log Keeping

Job description

A correctional agency in New York is seeking Correction Officers to maintain security and oversee individuals in custody within correctional facilities. Responsibilities include supervising activities, conducting contraband searches, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Officers will work various shifts and physical conditions may be demanding. Starting salary is $56,838 with significant earning potential including overtime pay and additional benefits. Candidates must be at least 21 years old by appointment date.