Corrections Officer

Rockingham County, NH; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a vital corrections facility in Southern New Hampshire, where your role as a Corrections Officer will be pivotal in maintaining order and discipline among inmates. This full-time position offers a chance to contribute to community safety while engaging in programs that support inmate rehabilitation. Enjoy generous benefits, including paid time off, and be part of an organization that values growth, education, and wellness initiatives. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Wellness initiatives

Union benefits

Qualifications

• Must pass physical requirements for Group II Retirement Certification.
• Must possess a current and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain discipline and order of incarcerated inmates.
• Enforce policies and procedures within the correctional facility.

Skills

Good writing skills

Good interaction skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney's Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff's Office, Department of Corrections, Finance Office, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits + generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.

SCOPE OF POSITION: The Corrections Officer maintains discipline and order of incarcerated inmates in treatment housing areas and worker training sites within the county correctional facility.

We are committed to providing a safe environment for the inmate population here at Rockingham County Corrections. We provide programs both in our facility and outside of the facility to assist inmates in enhancing and acclimating to their personal lives. The Corrections Officer is a vital part of our team and is responsible for the care, custody, and overall control of the inmate population through enforcing policies and procedures. Officers will act as ex officio constable as appointed, with general police powers, including arrests within the jail or during transports. Further, they respond to the needs of the jail by working up to 16 hours on occasion.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency to qualify for NH Association of Counties "Corrections Officer Academy" Certification.
• Must be able to pass physical requirements of Group II Retirement Certification.
• Must possess a current and valid driver's license.
• Good writing skills with the ability to articulate well.
• Good interaction skills.
• Must pass polygraph test.

STATUS/SHIFT: Full Time / Non-Exempt / Union

SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL

• 2nd Shift: $1.75/Hour
• 3rd Shift: $2.00/Hour

Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.