TOCI CORRECTION OFFICER

State of Ohio; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 33,282 - 34,247; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off including vacation and holidays

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Job summary

A state government agency in Ohio is seeking a Correction Officer to ensure the safety and security of the Toledo Correctional Institute. Responsibilities include supervising inmate activities, conducting security rounds, and enforcing policies. Applicants should have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and a valid driver's license. The position offers a starting pay of $24.16 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license or commercial driver's license for transportation.
• Successful completion of correction officer assessment necessary.
• Current employees may possess prior certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security of the facility and inmates.
• Supervise inmate activity in assigned areas.
• Conduct inmate counts and security rounds.
• Monitor security controls and equipment.
• Prevent escapes or incidents threatening security.

Skills

Corrections

Communications

Criminology/Criminal Justice

Law Enforcement

Security

Ethics and Values

Listening

Situational Awareness

Teamwork

Observation

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Overview

TOCI CORRECTION OFFICER (250004VH) – Toledo Correctional Institute, Toledo, OH. Unposting Date: Ongoing.

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail] / 567-316-2213 / [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Location

Work Location: Toledo Correctional Institute, 2001 East Central Avenue, Toledo, 43608

Primary Location

United States of America - OHIO - Lucas County - Toledo

Compensation

24.16

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

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

Newly hired Correction Officer will be hired at step 1 $24.16 and will move to step 2 $24.86 after 6 months employment. Earn an additional .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 and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website. 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 (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

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

Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D.; must have valid driver's license for positions assigned to transportation section and/or requires commercial driver's license to drive vehicles qualifying as commercial. Applicants for positions in Ohio Department Of Rehabilitation & Correction must also successfully pass correction officer assessment or have successfully completed assessment within past 24 months; or applicants must be current employees with Ohio Department Of Rehabilitation & Correction who have previously been certified in position of correction officer. Probationary period is 365 days.

Job Skills: Corrections, Communications, Criminology/Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Security, Ethics and Values, Listening, Observation, Situational Awareness, Teamwork

Supplemental Information

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

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring individuals with weapons disabilities. This position requires firearms certification/recertification and use; individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or confinement facility; individuals convicted of certain offenses; and other restrictions as described.

Application Tips

Application Procedures: To be considered for this position, apply online through this posting website. We no longer accept paper applications.

We will communicate via the email provided in your profile and job application. Check your email often.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, contact the Human Resources Office.

ADA and Drug-Free Workplace

ADA: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio provides access and reasonable accommodation under the ADA and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace: The State of Ohio prohibits marijuana use; position may be subject to the State Drug-Free Workplace Policy HR-39.