LORCI CORRECTION OFFICER

State of Ohio; Grafton Township (OH); On-site; USD 33,062 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off including holidays

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Job summary

A state government agency in Ohio is seeking a full-time LORCI Correction Officer responsible for maintaining safety and security within the facility. The role requires supervision of inmate activities and monitoring security measures. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and must pass a correction officer assessment. The position offers a competitive hourly wage starting at $24.16, moving to $24.86 after 6 months, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have obtained a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must pass the correction officer assessment within the last 24 months.
• Possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security of the facility, inmates, and the public.
• Supervise and direct inmate activity.
• Conduct inmate counts and security rounds.
• Monitor security controls and operate vehicles.
• Use physical force if necessary to secure inmates.

Skills

Corrections

Communications

Criminology/Criminal Justice

Law Enforcement

Ethics and Values

Listening

Observation

Situational Awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Description - LORCI CORRECTION OFFICER (250004UT)

Organization

Rehabilitation & Correction - Lorain Correctional Institution

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

Work Location

Lorain Correctional Inst, 2500 Avon Beldon Road South, Grafton 44044

Primary Location

United States of America - OHIO - Lorain County - Grafton

Compensation

$24.16 per hour (step 1). Moves to $24.86 after 6 months.

Schedule

Full-time

Union

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Corrections

Technical Skills

• Communications
• Corrections
• Criminology/Criminal Justice
• Law Enforcement
• Security

Professional Skills

• Ethics and Values
• Listening
• Situational Awareness
• Teamwork
• Observation

Agency Overview

Who We Are…

Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change.

What We Do…

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.

Job Description

Are You Ready?

We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain control of the institution to provide safety and security for the facility, inmates, staff, and the general public by enforcing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Supervise and direct inmate activity in assigned areas of the facility/institution.
• Assure the assigned area is clean, safe, and secure.
• Monitor and operate security controls, equipment, and computers.
• Operate automotive vehicles in perimeter security and transport inmates.
• Conduct inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.
• Complete required reports and serve on committees.
• Prevent escapes or incidents which threaten security.
• When necessary, use physical force, unarmed self‑defense, firearms, or other force to detain or secure inmates.

Newly hired Correction Officer will be hired at step 1 $24.16 and will move to step 2 $24.86 after 6 months of employment. Earn an additional $0.60 per hour working 2nd or 3rd shift.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time employees. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D.; must have a valid driver’s license. Positions that include transportation section require a commercial driver’s license or must drive commercial-qualifying vehicles. Applicants must pass the correction officer assessment or have completed it within the past 24 months; existing employees with previous correction officer certification are also eligible. Probationary period is 365 days.

Job Skills:

• Corrections
• Communications
• Criminology/Criminal Justice
• Law Enforcement and Security
• Ethics and Values
• Listening
• Observation
• Situational Awareness
• Teamwork

Supplemental Information

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco‑free workplace.

Hiring Restrictions:

• Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability. This position requires firearms certification/recertification and use.
• Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent.
• Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism.
• Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior (e.g., fraud, deceit, or theft involving management or control of state agency property).

Helpful Tips

Application Procedures:

To be considered for this position, apply online through the posting website. We no longer accept paper applications. We will communicate with you via the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, contact the Human Resources Office to arrange it. Otherwise, you will receive specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if invited to an assessment.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug‑Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note: this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39) and as outlined in the posting.