(Hot Jobs) CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Mobile County Personnel Board; Alabama; On-site; USD 46,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mobile County Personnel Board is hiring a Corrections Officer responsible for the care and security of inmates in a facility. Candidates must meet educational and physical requirements and pass an examination to qualify for this critical public safety role.

Qualifications

• Applicants must pass an examination to qualify for this position.
• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and security for inmates in a correctional facility.

Skills

Police or corrections related experience

Education

Graduation from a standard senior high school or GED

Job description

This is public safety work that involves providing for the care and security of inmates confined within a correctional facility or jail.

Jurisdiction and Salary

Jurisdiction	Yearly Rate
Mobile County	$46,918 - $75,006*

*amended 12/11/24

Qualifications

Applicants must pass an examination to qualify for this position. Details regarding the examination will be emailed to candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Graduation from a standard senior high school or successful completion of the GED test, with some police or corrections related experience or training preferred; or
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Special Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years old
• Must possess a valid driver's license from the state of residence
• Mobile County Sheriff's Department requires successful completion of a physical agility test administered by the Sheriff's Department

For details, see Class Specifications | CORRECTIONS OFFICER | Class Spec Details (governmentjobs.com).

All applications must be submitted online through the Mobile County Personnel Board Job Opportunities page. When creating a JobOpps account, select "email" for Notification Preferences, as paper notifications are not available. Only one application per applicant per job posting is accepted. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application form.

Computers and scanners are available at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, AL, during office hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, excluding major holidays).

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Eligibles selected for appointment must meet medical and physical standards for the position. The medical examination must be conducted by a physician designated by the Personnel Board, with the cost borne by the applicant.

Persons with disabilities may request accommodations by contacting the Mobile County Personnel Board at 251-470-7727.

Adam Bourne, Personnel Director

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