Senior Correctional Officer: Shift Supervisor & Security Lead

CoreCivic; Millen (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Senior Correctional Officer to provide high-quality supervision in a secure facility. You will oversee the shift, protect inmate/resident rights, and ensure compliance with facility and corporate policies.

The role includes supervising Correctional Officers, inspecting housing and activity areas, and assisting in maintaining overall security and welfare in accordance with standards. A valid license and pre-service training are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• Two years experience in a criminal justice field, which preferably includes one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Additional education may be substituted for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Completion of basic pre-service officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide general supervision of Correctional Officers and inmates/residents on the shift in the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by the facility and corporate policy.
• Conduct inspections of all housing and general use areas to ensure that proper standards, facility operating procedures and corporate guidelines of security, health, safety, sanitation and welfare are maintained; direct staff and inmate/resident resources to correct problems detected.
• Assist in supervising the internal and external security of the facility; routinely inspect posts to observe alertness of personnel and to confirm security is properly maintained at all times.

Skills

Criminal justice experience

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pre-service officer training

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking a Senior Correctional Officer to provide high-quality supervision in a secure facility. You will oversee the shift, protect inmate/resident rights, and ensure compliance with facility and corporate policies.

The role includes supervising Correctional Officers, inspecting housing and activity areas, and assisting in maintaining overall security and welfare in accordance with standards. A valid license and pre-service training are required.