CSM Correctional Officer 1 - GDCP

Georgia Department of Corrections; Jackson, East Hampton North (MS, NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Corrections Officer to uphold safety and security within correctional facilities. This role involves maintaining custody of offenders, enforcing regulations, and ensuring public safety. You will be responsible for patrolling assigned areas, supervising offenders during various activities, and responding to emergencies. If you are committed to maintaining order and have a strong sense of responsibility, this position offers a vital opportunity to make a difference in the correctional system.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain order and security in correctional facilities.
• Experience in enforcing rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce institutional policies and maintain order within facilities.
• Transport and escort offenders, ensuring safety and compliance.

Skills

Custody and security maintenance

Regulation enforcement

Canine handling

Emergency response

Tools

Keys and security equipment

Job description

Corrections Officer Job Summary:

Under supervision, maintains custody and security of prisoners and other incarcerated offenders and maintains order in Close Secure Mission (CSM) correctional institutions and other places of detention.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Enforces all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations
2. Enforces rules, regulations, and state laws necessary for control and management of offenders and the maintenance of public safety
3. Escorts offenders in transit and during temporary leaves
4. Guards facility entrances in order to screen visitors
5. Handles and trains canines for tracking, search and rescue, guard duty, detection of contraband
6. Inspects, inventories, maintains physical control of, logs keys, tools, weapons and related equipment
7. Maintains order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies and laws
8. Observes conduct and behavior of offenders to prevent disturbances and escapes
9. Oversees offenders during work assignments, meals, and recreation periods
10. Patrols assigned areas and report any problems
11. Prepares admission, program, releases, transfers and other reports
12. Responds to emergencies
13. Takes offenders in custody and escort to locations within and outside of the facility
14. Transports offenders to and from correctional facilities

For immediate consideration, apply online at https://gdc.georgia.gov
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