Dedicated Corrections Officer — Protect, Secure & Guide Change

State of Ohio; Bannock (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont Correctional Inst in Ohio is seeking a Correction Officer to maintain safety and security, supervise inmate activity, and enforce policies within a secure facility. The role requires readiness to operate security controls and conduct rounds.

Starting wage is $24.88 per hour with progression to $25.61 after six months, plus a $0.60 per hour shift premium for 2nd or 3rd shift. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and pass required background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED must be in good standing.
• Valid driver's license required for transportation-related duties.
• Probationary period is 365 days.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining control of the institution to provide for safety and security by enforcing rules/policies.
• Supervise and direct inmate activity in assigned areas of the facility.
• Ensuring assigned area is clean, safe, and secure.
• Monitoring and operating security controls, equipment, and computers.
• Operating vehicles in perimeter security and transporting inmates.
• Conducting inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.
• Completing required reports and serving on committees.
• Preventing escapes or incidents that threaten security.
• When necessary, uses physical force, unarmed self-defense, firearms, or other force to detain or secure inmates.

Skills

Corrections

Security

Situational Awareness

Teamwork

Observation

Ethics & Values

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Belmont Correctional Inst in Ohio is seeking a Correction Officer to maintain safety and security, supervise inmate activity, and enforce policies within a secure facility. The role requires readiness to operate security controls and conduct rounds.

Starting wage is $24.88 per hour with progression to $25.61 after six months, plus a $0.60 per hour shift premium for 2nd or 3rd shift. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and pass required background checks.