Full-Time Correction Officer — State Benefits & Security

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

Job summary

State of Ohio seeks a dedicated Corrections Officer for Marion Correctional to help maintain a secure, humane facility and support safe community reintegration. The role demands vigilant supervision, adherence to procedures, and collaboration with diverse teams.

Starting wage is $24.88 per hour with progression to $25.61 after six months; 2nd/3rd shift adds $0.60 per hour. This is a full-time, on-site position within a tobacco-free workplace, subject to background and drug screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Must have valid driver's license for transportation assignments.
• Probationary period 365 days.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining control of the institution to provide for safety and security of the facility, inmates, staff, and general public by enforcing rules/regulations/policies and procedures.
• Supervise and direct inmate activity in assigned areas of the facility/institution.
• Assuring assigned area is clean, safe, and secure.
• Monitoring and operating security controls, equipment, and computers.
• Operation of automotive vehicles in perimeter security and the transportation of inmates.
• Conducting inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.
• Completes required reports and serves on committees.
• Prevents escapes or incidents which threaten security.
• When necessary, uses physical force, unarmed self-defense, firearms, or other force to detain or secure inmates.

Skills

Corrections

Law Enforcement

Communications

Criminology/Criminal Justice

Security

Ethics and Values

Listening

Situational Awareness

Teamwork

Observation

Job description

State of Ohio seeks a dedicated Corrections Officer for Marion Correctional to help maintain a secure, humane facility and support safe community reintegration. The role demands vigilant supervision, adherence to procedures, and collaboration with diverse teams.

Starting wage is $24.88 per hour with progression to $25.61 after six months; 2nd/3rd shift adds $0.60 per hour. This is a full-time, on-site position within a tobacco-free workplace, subject to background and drug screening.