Corrections Officer I: Canine Handling & Facility Security

Georgia Department of Corrections; Alto (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K/457 plan

Vision insurance

On the job training

Life insurance

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Corrections in Alto, Georgia is seeking Corrections Officers to maintain custody and security of prisoners, enforce rules, and ensure public safety within state facilities.

You will escort offenders, screen visitors at entrances, handle canine units for tracking and contraband detection, and report incidents. Starting salary is $50,386 per year, with increases after six months and again at twelve months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Eligibility to meet Georgia POST standards.
• Ability to enforce policies and maintain public safety.

Responsibilities

• Enforces institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.
• Escorts offenders in transit and during leaves.
• Guards facility entrances to screen visitors.
• Handles and trains canines for tracking and contraband detection.
• Inspects and inventories keys, tools, weapons, and equipment.
• Maintains order and security in assigned areas.
• Observes offender conduct to prevent disturbances and escapes.
• Patrols areas and reports problems.
• Prepares admissions, program, releases, transfers, and other reports.
• Responds to emergencies and escorts offenders as needed.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Georgia Department of Corrections in Alto, Georgia is seeking Corrections Officers to maintain custody and security of prisoners, enforce rules, and ensure public safety within state facilities.

You will escort offenders, screen visitors at entrances, handle canine units for tracking and contraband detection, and report incidents. Starting salary is $50,386 per year, with increases after six months and again at twelve months.