First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers

Course Advisor, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 41,710 - 103,090; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Correctional Officer Supervisor to oversee the activities of correctional officers within assigned areas. Responsibilities include maintaining order, resolving conflicts among inmates, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience in supervising correctional staff. The position offers competitive salary ranges between $41,710 and $103,090 annually based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising correctional staff is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Must have problem-solving abilities to manage inmate conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of correctional officers.
• Maintain order and security within assigned areas.
• Conduct periodic inmate counts and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Social Perceptiveness

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Coordination

Monitoring

Speaking

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Access

Email software

Guardian RFID

Jail management software

Job description

Correctional Officer Supervisor

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of correctional officers and jailers.

Responsibilities

• Resolve problems between inmates.
• Maintain order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies, and laws.
• Restrain, secure, or control offenders, using chemical agents, firearms, or other weapons of force as necessary.
• Take, receive, or check periodic inmate counts.
• Examine incoming or outgoing mail to ensure conformance with regulations.
• Supervise or perform searches of inmates or their quarters to locate contraband items.

Skills

• Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Coordination: Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Job Outlook

In 2016, there were an estimated 45,200 jobs in the United States for Correctional Officer Supervisors. Growth is limited, with about 2,500 new positions per year.

Salary

The salary ranges between approximately $41,710 and $103,090 annually. Highest salaries are found in New Jersey, California, and Alaska.

Tools & Technology

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Access
• Email software
• Guardian RFID
• Jail management software