Correctional Officer Trainee - Kilby
Correction officer job at Alabama Department of Insurance
Job Description
Begin a career in law enforcement at Kilby Correctional Facility. ADOC is hiring Correctional Officer Trainees with strong pay and state benefits. Apply today and serve Alabama with pride. Salary Information
$58,111.20 - $74,296.80Annually
$27.94 - $35.72 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
NOTE: Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Specific details of assessment can be accessed on the ADOC website.
Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes a fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening. Applicants with a felony and/or domestic violence conviction are not eligible for employment.
If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
$12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
Low Cost Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
Optional Cancer Policy
Discounted Vision Care Program
Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
168 Hours of military leave per year
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Correctional Officer Trainee - Elmore
Correction officer job at Alabama Department of Insurance
Job Description
The Alabama Department of Corrections is hiring Correctional Officer Trainees in Elmore County. Start at $27.94/hour with full benefits. Apply now and serve your state with purpose.
Salary Information
$55,375.20 - $70,718.40 Annually
$26.62 - $34.00 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer
(Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
NOTE: Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Specific details of assessment can be accessed on the ADOC website.
Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes a fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening. Applicants with a felony and/or domestic violence conviction are not eligible for employment.
If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
$12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
Low Cost Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
Optional Cancer Policy
Discounted Vision Care Program
Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
168 Hours of military leave per year
Learn more about jobs at the ADOC.
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Special Agent, $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
Montgomery, AL jobs
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete details on the recruitment incentive details and eligibility. At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.
During the course of their careers, special agents carry out assignments in both investigations and protection and may be assigned to multiple duty stations throughout the U.S. and abroad. Duties include:
Providing protection for various protectees.
Conducting criminal investigations pertaining to financial obligations of the United States.
Planning and implementing security designs for National Special Security Events.
This is no ordinary job, and our special agents are no ordinary individuals. Show us you have the talent and background we need, and we'll show you the rewards that come with being a special agent in the U.S. Secret Service. We invite you to become part of our elite team. Explore a career that will take you to new heights while you serve your country with honor, distinction and pride.
Requirements
U.S. citizenship is required
Possess a current valid driver's license
Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is mandatory.
Be at least age 21 at the time of application and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment, unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement. Applicants with veteran's preference must receive a conditional offer of employment prior to reaching age 40 to continue in the application process.
You must obtain a Top Secret Clearance and retain it during your career.
Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular, possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500,1000 and 2000Hz ranges.
Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
Complete 13 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center(FLETC) in Glynco, GA and 18 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
Sign a mobility agreement stating your willingness to accept assignments anywhere within the United States and overseas.
Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Get It to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer's data processor SonicJobs.
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Special Agent, $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
Birmingham, AL jobs
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete details on the recruitment incentive details and eligibility. At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.
During the course of their careers, special agents carry out assignments in both investigations and protection and may be assigned to multiple duty stations throughout the U.S. and abroad. Duties include:
Providing protection for various protectees.
Conducting criminal investigations pertaining to financial obligations of the United States.
Planning and implementing security designs for National Special Security Events.
This is no ordinary job, and our special agents are no ordinary individuals. Show us you have the talent and background we need, and we'll show you the rewards that come with being a special agent in the U.S. Secret Service. We invite you to become part of our elite team. Explore a career that will take you to new heights while you serve your country with honor, distinction and pride.
Requirements
U.S. citizenship is required
Possess a current valid driver's license
Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is mandatory.
Be at least age 21 at the time of application and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment, unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement. Applicants with veteran's preference must receive a conditional offer of employment prior to reaching age 40 to continue in the application process.
You must obtain a Top Secret Clearance and retain it during your career.
Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular, possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500,1000 and 2000Hz ranges.
Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
Complete 13 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center(FLETC) in Glynco, GA and 18 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
Sign a mobility agreement stating your willingness to accept assignments anywhere within the United States and overseas.
Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Get It to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer's data processor SonicJobs.
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Special Agent, $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
Mobile, AL jobs
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete details on the recruitment incentive details and eligibility. At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.
During the course of their careers, special agents carry out assignments in both investigations and protection and may be assigned to multiple duty stations throughout the U.S. and abroad. Duties include:
Providing protection for various protectees.
Conducting criminal investigations pertaining to financial obligations of the United States.
Planning and implementing security designs for National Special Security Events.
This is no ordinary job, and our special agents are no ordinary individuals. Show us you have the talent and background we need, and we'll show you the rewards that come with being a special agent in the U.S. Secret Service. We invite you to become part of our elite team. Explore a career that will take you to new heights while you serve your country with honor, distinction and pride.
Requirements
U.S. citizenship is required
Possess a current valid driver's license
Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is mandatory.
Be at least age 21 at the time of application and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment, unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement. Applicants with veteran's preference must receive a conditional offer of employment prior to reaching age 40 to continue in the application process.
You must obtain a Top Secret Clearance and retain it during your career.
Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular, possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500,1000 and 2000Hz ranges.
Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
Complete 13 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center(FLETC) in Glynco, GA and 18 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
Sign a mobility agreement stating your willingness to accept assignments anywhere within the United States and overseas.
Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Get It to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer's data processor SonicJobs.
See United States Secret Service Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at
Federal Police Officer (Uniformed Division) $50,000 Recruitment Incentive
Montgomery, AL jobs
NOTE: This position must be performed in Washington, DC so relocation to Washington, DC will be required. Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $50,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply to view full details and eligibility of this recruitment incentive.
At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.
Duties
During the course of their careers, Uniformed Division Officers carry out assignments in protection. Duties include:
Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area.
Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions.
Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A.
Requirements
U.S. citizenship is required.
Possess a current valid U.S. driver's license.
Be at least age 20 and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment, unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement. Applicants with veteran's preference must receive a conditional offer of employment prior to reaching age 40 to continue in the application process.
Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory.
Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular. Possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges. Applicants must be able to hear the whispered voice at 15 feet with each ear without the use of a hearing aid.
Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA or Artesia, NM and 17 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Get It to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer's data processor SonicJobs.
See United States Secret Service Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at
Federal Police Officer (Uniformed Division) $50,000 Recruitment Incentive
Mobile, AL jobs
NOTE: This position must be performed in Washington, DC so relocation to Washington, DC will be required. Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $50,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply to view full details and eligibility of this recruitment incentive.
At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.
Duties
During the course of their careers, Uniformed Division Officers carry out assignments in protection. Duties include:
Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area.
Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions.
Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A.
Requirements
U.S. citizenship is required.
Possess a current valid U.S. driver's license.
Be at least age 20 and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment, unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement. Applicants with veteran's preference must receive a conditional offer of employment prior to reaching age 40 to continue in the application process.
Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory.
Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular. Possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges. Applicants must be able to hear the whispered voice at 15 feet with each ear without the use of a hearing aid.
Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA or Artesia, NM and 17 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Get It to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer's data processor SonicJobs.
See United States Secret Service Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at
Federal Police Officer (Uniformed Division) $50,000 Recruitment Incentive
Birmingham, AL jobs
NOTE: This position must be performed in Washington, DC so relocation to Washington, DC will be required. Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $50,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply to view full details and eligibility of this recruitment incentive.
At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.
Duties
During the course of their careers, Uniformed Division Officers carry out assignments in protection. Duties include:
Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area.
Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions.
Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A.
Requirements
U.S. citizenship is required.
Possess a current valid U.S. driver's license.
Be at least age 20 and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment, unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement. Applicants with veteran's preference must receive a conditional offer of employment prior to reaching age 40 to continue in the application process.
Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory.
Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular. Possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges. Applicants must be able to hear the whispered voice at 15 feet with each ear without the use of a hearing aid.
Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA or Artesia, NM and 17 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Get It to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer's data processor SonicJobs.
See United States Secret Service Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at
Correctional Officer
Montgomery, AL jobs
Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2025 Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $4,988 month; CBA Applies; Full Range: $4,988 - $6,846/month. Job Type: Salaried County: Adams; Brown; Christian; Clinton; Cook; Crawford; Fayette; Fulton; Greene; Henry; Jackson; Jefferson; Johnson ; Kane; Knox; LaSalle; Lawrence; Lee; Livingston; Logan; Macon; Montgomery; Morgan; Peoria; Perry; Pike; Pope; Rock Island; St. Clair; Vermilion; Will
Number of Vacancies: 100
Plan/BU: RC006 Corrections Employees, AFSCME
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
This position can only be reached via promotion.
*****DO NOT APPLY ONLINE*****
Follow the application Instructions on the Correctional Officer Trainee posting.
Posting Identification Number 36674
Position Overview
The Correctional Officer performs security and custodial duties, supervising and maintaining control of Individuals in Custody's movement and activities on an assigned shift, giving direction and making decisions as required, referring non-routine decisions to the superior officer, as well as enforcing and maintaining disciplinary, safety, sanitary, security and custodial measures. The Correctional Officer position is a vital position for the custody, control, and safety of all IDOC facilities. The candidate must have successfully completed an approved correctional officer training program. We encourage all staff that meet the minimum requirements to apply.
Job Responsibilities
Maintains orderly conduct of visitors and individuals in custody.
Serves as the tower officer.
Serves as a writ officer certifying safety and security of the individual in custody being escorted on writ.
Serves as an inter/outer patrol officer. Makes routine patrols of the perimeter areas checking for contraband, unauthorized person and security breaches.
Completes disciplinary and incident reports on individuals in custody.
Enforces, maintains discipline, safety, sanitation, security and custodial measures in all areas of assignment.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years high school.
Requires the successful completion of an approved correctional officer training program.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefers working knowledge and understanding of the methods and objects of discipline required to handle persons under restraint.
Prefers the ability to enforce and maintain discipline, safety, sanitations, security, and custodial measures.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the physical ability to perform duties assigned..
Requires a valid, appropriate driver's license and the ability to travel statewide.
Requires ability to carry a firearm.
Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of the position held, is prohibited.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency's success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; tuition reimbursement; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work Hours: Varies by location.
Training Location: Training Academy; 980 W. Grove Road, Decatur, IL 62521
Work Location: 9330 Shattuc Rd, Centralia, Illinois, 62801
Agency Contact:
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Posting Group: Public Safety
This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT APPLY ONLINE
Please see application instructions for a Correctional Officer Trainee. Upon successful completion of a three month trainee period and a four and a one-half month probationary period, Correctional Officer Trainees can be certified as Correctional Officers.
Any questions, please contact the Illinois Department of Corrections, Central Screening Office - *****************************
Major of Correctional Officers
Alabama jobs
Apply once annually for multiple related positions through this posting. Indicate your desired roles and locations using the Statement of Availability in the application. Qualified applications are valid for one year (from the date of submission) and require yearly renewal if over a year old. We will contact qualified candidates for interviews as positions become available. Applicants not meeting the requirements will be notified by email.
JOB SUMMARY & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Title: Major of Correctional Officers
Salary: GR. B22 ($5854.85/month)
The salary for an ERS Retiree (or non-contributing member) will be $5712.05)
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Sergeant of Correctional Officers
Alabama jobs
Apply once annually for multiple related positions through this posting. Indicate your desired roles and locations using the Statement of Availability in the application. Qualified applications are valid for one year (from the date of submission) and require yearly renewal if over a year old. We will contact qualified candidates for interviews as positions become available. Applicants not meeting the requirements will be notified by email.
Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers
Salary: GR.B19 ($4,992.00/ month)
The salary for an ERS Retiree ( or non-contributing member) will be $4.882.44
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Community Service
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Correctional Training Instructor
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Firing Range
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Human Resources - Correctional Recruiting
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Inmate Transportation
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Narcotic Kennel
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Operational Review
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Recruiting
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Regional Use of Force
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Security Threat Group
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Tracking, Search and Rescue Kennel Operations
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Unit Safe Prisons Coordinator
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Title: Sergeant of Correctional Officers- Video Surveillance/Body Worn Cameras
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Correctional Officer Positions- Unit Preference (FY26 1st Qtr)
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Performs routine correctional work involving the care and custody of inmates. Work involves the direct supervision of inmate work groups in their daily assigned duties; preventing escapes; and maintaining discipline in conformance with strict rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Receives on-the-job training while working at the assigned facility with experienced correctional officers and under the general supervision of supervisors.
B. Searches for contraband and provides security; counts, feeds, and supervises inmates in housing, work, and other areas accessed by stairs; and performs security of various assigned areas involving long periods of sitting and standing, climbing stairs and ladders to reach assigned areas, and working at heights.
C. Provides custody and security of inmates including observing actions of inmates, squatting and bending to conduct "pat" and "strip" searches of inmates, restraining and securing sometimes assaultive inmates, and transferring and transporting inmates by walking or riding in various vehicles such as trailers, vans, buses, and other forms of transportation.
D. Supervises and provides security of inmates performing technical skills such as construction, maintenance, laundry, food service, and in varied industrial and agricultural operations which involve climbing stairs and ladders and climbing around the inside or outside of buildings; works outdoors and indoors without air conditioning; works around motorized or moving equipment and machinery; and is subject to all types of weather.
E. Ability to work protracted, irregular, and overtime hours as required; must be willing to travel and work at other facilities as needed; responds to emergencies, including climbing stairs and ladders while searching for escaped inmates, hearing calls for and calling for help, giving first aid at the emergency site, carrying an injured or unconscious inmate or employee various distances to safety up or down stairs and ladders; and uses force and deadly force, including the use of chemical agents or firearms, to control inmates.
F. Reads, reviews, and properly applies information found in inmate records which is related to the inmate's health and safety and to the security of the facility; provides leadership and technical guidance to other staff; complies with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; enforces inmate disciplinary rules; and prepares and maintains records, forms, and reports.
* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training
1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
2. Successful completion of an accredited Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) approved college Correctional Officer Training program or TDCJ Correctional Officer Pre[1]Service Training Academy.
* Continued employment is contingent upon passing exams and skills tests.
B. Knowledge and Skills
1. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.
2. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
3. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
4. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, steps, and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 45 lbs. and over, perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, operate motor equipment, perform tactile discernment, and restrain assaultive persons.
B. Conditions include working inside and outside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, excessive heat, cold, humidity, dampness and chill, dry atmosphere, excessive or intermittent noise, constant noise, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, oils, slippery or uneven walking surfaces, working at heights, working on ladders or scaffolding, using chemical agents, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions may include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, radio, firearms, handcuffs, waist and leg restraints, turn cranks on manual doors, tear gas canisters and weapons, VCR cameras, various locking systems, tractor, trailer, dolly, and automobile.
Correctional Officer Trainee - Holman
Correction officer job at Alabama Department of Insurance
Job Description
Make your move into law enforcement. Apply as a Correctional Officer Trainee at Holman CF in Atmore. Full benefits, retirement, and training provided. Start your ADOC career now. Pay Range Information
$58,111.20 - $74,296.80 Annually
$27.94 - $35.72 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
NOTE: Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Specific details of assessment can be accessed on the ADOC website.
Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes a fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening. Applicants with a felony and/or domestic violence conviction are not eligible for employment.
If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
$12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
Low Cost Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
Optional Cancer Policy
Discounted Vision Care Program
Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
168 Hours of military leave per year
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Correctional Officer Trainee - St. Clair
Correction officer job at Alabama Department of Insurance
Job Description
ADOC is now hiring Correctional Officer Trainees at St. Clair CF. Start at $27.94/hour with full state benefits and retirement. Step into purpose and apply today to protect and serve.
Salary Information
$58,111.20 - $74,296.80 Annually
$27.94 - $35.72 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
NOTE: Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Specific details of assessment can be accessed on the ADOC website.
Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes a fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening. Applicants with a felony and/or domestic violence conviction are not eligible for employment.
If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
$12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
Low Cost Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
Optional Cancer Policy
Discounted Vision Care Program
Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
168 Hours of military leave per year
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Correctional Officer Trainee- Easterling
Correction officer job at Alabama Department of Insurance
Job Description
ADOC is hiring Correctional Officer Trainees at Easterling CF in Clio. Start strong with $27.94/hour, state benefits, and paid training. Apply now and serve Alabama with purpose and pride. Salary Information
$55,375.20 - $70,718.40 Annually
$26.62 - $34.00 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
NOTE: Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Specific details of assessment can be accessed on the ADOC website.
Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes a fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening. Applicants with a felony and/or domestic violence conviction are not eligible for employment.
If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
$12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
Low Cost Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
Optional Cancer Policy
Discounted Vision Care Program
Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
168 Hours of military leave per year
Learn more about jobs at the ADOC.
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Correctional Officer Trainee - Bullock
Correction officer job at Alabama Department of Insurance
Job Description
Join ADOC as a Correctional Officer Trainee in Union Springs. Start at $27.94/hour with full benefits, state retirement, and paid leave. Build a secure future while serving your state. Apply today. Salary Information
$55,375.20 - $70,178.40 Annually
$26.62 - $34.00 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
NOTE: Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Specific details of assessment can be accessed on the ADOC website.
Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes a fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening. Applicants with a felony and/or domestic violence conviction are not eligible for employment.
If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
$12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
Low Cost Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
Optional Cancer Policy
Discounted Vision Care Program
Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
168 Hours of military leave per year
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Correctional Officer Trainee - Bibb
Correction officer job at Alabama Department of Insurance
Job Description
Now hiring Correctional Officer Trainees at Bibb Correctional Facility in Brent, AL. Earn $27.94/hour, receive full state benefits, and build a meaningful career. Apply today with ADOC.
Salary Information
$55,375.20 - $70,718.40 Annually
$26.62 - $34.00 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
NOTE: Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Specific details of assessment can be accessed on the ADOC website.
Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes a fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening. Applicants with a felony and/or domestic violence conviction are not eligible for employment.
If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
$12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
Low Cost Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
Optional Cancer Policy
Discounted Vision Care Program
Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
168 Hours of military leave per year
Learn more about jobs at the ADOC.
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Correctional Officer Trainee - Ventress
Correction officer job at Alabama Department of Insurance
Job Description
ADOC is hiring Correctional Officer Trainees at Ventress CF in Clayton. Earn $27.94/hour, get full benefits, and build a career that matters. Apply now and serve with strength and purpose. Salary Information
$55,375.20 - $70,718.40 Annually
$26.62 - $34.00 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
NOTE: Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Specific details of assessment can be accessed on the ADOC website.
Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes a fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening. Applicants with a felony and/or domestic violence conviction are not eligible for employment.
If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
$12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
Low Cost Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
Optional Cancer Policy
Discounted Vision Care Program
Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
168 Hours of military leave per year
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Correctional Officer Trainee - Staton
Correction officer job at Alabama Department of Insurance
Job Description
Serve your community at Staton CF as a Correctional Officer Trainee. Full benefits, paid training, and a career that makes a difference. Join Alabama DOC and apply today in Elmore, AL. Salary Information
$55,375.20 - $70,178.40 Annually
$26.62 - $34.00 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
NOTE: Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Specific details of assessment can be accessed on the ADOC website.
Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation which includes a fingerprint-based criminal history background check and drug screening. Applicants with a felony and/or domestic violence conviction are not eligible for employment.
If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
$12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
Low Cost Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
Optional Cancer Policy
Discounted Vision Care Program
Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off
12 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
168 Hours of military leave per year
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Corrections Officer - Baldwin County Corrections Center - Baldwin County Sheriff's Office
Bay Minette, AL jobs
This work is conducted at the Baldwin County Corrections Center and Baldwin County Courthouse. An employee in this position is responsible for the care, custody, and control of the inmate population. Work involves security tasks associated with incarceration, such as understanding inmate behavior. It also involves related clerical functions such as completing reports, reporting inmate counts, and entering data into a computer. All work is performed in accordance with local, state, and federal guideline under the direct supervision of the Corrections Commander and Supervisors.
Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check and will be subject to a pre-employment drug screen.
JOB LOCATIONS
* Baldwin County Corrections Center
* Baldwin County Courthouse and other Public Courthouses
* Other Detention Centers for transport and extraction
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment is a secured facility with an inmate population. Works in enclosed spaces for extended periods of time. Works around high noise areas such as inmate pods, laundry room and kitchen with intercom systems. Works in a physically and mentally stressful environment. Works around inmates who may possess sharp tools such as knives, razors, shanks, and sharpened toothbrushes. Work may expose employees to chemicals, communicable disease and blood borne pathogens.
* Monitor conduct of inmates according to established policies, regulations, and procedures, to prevent escape or violence.
* Inspect conditions of locks, window bars, grills, doors, gates, and perimeters to ensure that they will prevent escapes.
* Search inmates, cells, and vehicles for weapons, valuables, or drugs.
* Guard facility entrances to screen visitors.
* Search for and recapture escapees.
* Inspect mail for the presence of contraband.
* Take inmates into custody and escort to locations within and outside of facility, such as visiting room, courtroom, or hospital.
* Record information, such as inmate identification, charges, and incidences of inmate disturbance.
* Use weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among inmates.
* Conduct fire, safety, and sanitation inspections.
* Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail or in person.
* Observe, receive, and obtain information from all relevant sources.
* Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic form.
* Identify information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
* Handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts.
* Use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
* Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
* Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
* Work includes rotating shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and may require unforeseen overtime.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with a qualified disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
The work is generally medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Activities could occasionally require heavy to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 or more pounds of force. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
* Must possess the ability to restrain and/or detain an inmate for an undisclosed amount of time
* Crouching: Bending the body downwards and forward by bending leg and spine
* Dexterity: Primarily with fingers and in picking, pinching or typing
* Grasping: Applying pressure with the whole hand
* Handling: Picking, holding or otherwise working with the whole hand
* Lifting: Ability to lift and move objects
* Reaching: Ability to frequently extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
* Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions
* Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers
* Speaking/Talking: Ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and concisely though speech
* Hearing: Ability to hear and understand at normal speaking levels with our without correction
* Visual Acuity: Ability to perform activates such a: preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer screen/terminal; and /or extensive reading, with or without correction
* Walking: Ability to move about to on foot accomplish tasks or move from one work site to another
* Climb Stairs: Ability to ascend/descend stairs to move between floors of the Corrections Center
* Required: Minimum age of 18; Must have High School Diploma or GED
* Preferred: At least 1 year of Corrections Experience; Experience with Microsoft Office,
SmartCop, and Adobe
* For a position requiring driving as an essential function, must possess a current valid driver's
license and be insurable.
* Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property and institutions.
* Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules and the democratic political process.
* Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
* Knowledge of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.
* Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as words processing, managing files and records, and other office procedures and terminology.
* Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
* Talking to others to convey information effectively.
* Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
* Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
* Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
* Ability to adjust actions in relation to others' actions.
* Ability to learn the SOPs and follow all policies.
* Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
* Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
* Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
* Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
* Ability to see details at a distance.
* Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
* Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
* Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that will make sense.