Corrections Officer — Secure Facilities, Support Reentry

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

55-a Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

City of New York's Department of Correction is seeking Correction Officers to join a diverse team responsible for security, safety, and custody within NYC correctional facilities.

Under supervision, officers maintain security, supervise inmate meals, visits, and recreational activities; conduct searches; complete forms and logs; and coordinate with colleagues to ensure orderly operations.

This role includes eligibility for the 55-a Program and federal loan forgiveness options.

Qualifications

• Correction Officers, under supervision, maintain security and are responsible for the care, custody, control, job training and work performance of sentenced and detained inmates within New York City correctional facilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmate meals, visits, recreational programs, and other activities.
• Inspect areas for safety and security; conduct searches for contraband; complete forms and reports; maintain logs; communicate with other officers.

Job description

City of New York's Department of Correction is seeking Correction Officers to join a diverse team responsible for security, safety, and custody within NYC correctional facilities.

Under supervision, officers maintain security, supervise inmate meals, visits, and recreational activities; conduct searches; complete forms and logs; and coordinate with colleagues to ensure orderly operations.

This role includes eligibility for the 55-a Program and federal loan forgiveness options.