Corrections Officer I — Secure Facilities & Canine Training

Georgia Department of Corrections; Georgia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays per year

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K/457 Plan

Vision Insurance

On the Job Training

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Officer to maintain custody and security of prisoners, enforce policies, and support public safety within state facilities. You will escort offenders, screen visitors, conduct searches, and respond to emergencies.

Starting salary is $50,386 per year with increases after 6 and 12 months; benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401K/457 plan. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and POST readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must meet Georgia POST criteria to qualify for certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains custody and security of prisoners and detained individuals.
• Enforces institutional policies, rules, and regulations.
• Escorts offenders in transit and during leaves; screens visitors at entrances.
• Handles and trains canines for tracking, search and rescue, and contraband detection.
• Inspects and inventories equipment; logs keys, tools and weapons.
• Responds to emergencies and transports offenders as needed.
• Prepares reports on admissions, transfers and releases.

Skills

Custody & security

Canine handling

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Georgia Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Officer to maintain custody and security of prisoners, enforce policies, and support public safety within state facilities. You will escort offenders, screen visitors, conduct searches, and respond to emergencies.

Starting salary is $50,386 per year with increases after 6 and 12 months; benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401K/457 plan. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and POST readiness.