Corrections Deputy
Correction officer job in Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description
The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office is looking for enthusiastic employees to work in the EBR Parish Prison. Candidates should have sound judgement, strong ethics, self-motivation, good people skills and pride in their accomplishments.
Hours/Shifts: 12 Hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
Overtime Required: As needed
A Corrections Deputy's job duties involve maintaining the safety and security of inmates in a correctional facility. Responsibilities include supervising inmates, enforcing rules, maintaining order, and ensuring the facility is secure.
Key aspects of a Corrections Officer role:
Supervision and Monitoring:
Observing and monitoring inmate behavior, movement, and activities to prevent disturbances and ensure compliance with rules.
Enforcement of Rules and Regulations:
Administering disciplinary actions for rule violations, maintaining order, and ensuring adherence to facility policies.
Security and Safety:
Conducting searches, maintaining security, and responding to emergencies to ensure a safe environment for both staff and inmates.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintaining accurate records of inmate activities, incidents, and observations.
Interactions with Inmates:
Building relationships with inmates, mediating conflicts, and providing guidance to promote positive behavior.
Training and Development:
Participating in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge related to correctional practices and procedures.
Qualifications:
The incumbent must be a minimum age of 18 years; have a high school diploma or equivalent; no felony convictions and no convictions of perjury, false statement or moral turpitude charge as an adult. All other arrests and convictions will be reviewed on a case by-case basis. Must have good moral character as determined by a background investigation. Incumbent must maintain a valid Louisiana Drivers License.
Compensation and Benefits:
The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes a pension, 100% employer paid health, vision and life insurance for our employees, Dental, Disability, Cancer, Accident and Critical Illness insurance coverage for employees and their families is available for employee purchase through payroll deductions, as well as a free Employee Health Clinic, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), and Paid-time-off (PTO)
All applicants will be subject to a criminal history check, education and employment verification, polygraph examination, psychological risk assessment and pre-employment medical exam and drug test.
Disqualifiers:
Felony conviction
Convictions of perjury, false statements, or moral turpitude as an adult
Illegal marijuana use in the last 12 months
Illegal use of prescription drugs in the last 24 months
Any use of illegal drugs (other than marijuana) in the last 24 months
Note: Any falsification, omission or misrepresentation of information during the selection process will disqualify you from further consideration. Drug use will be discussed during the truth verification stage of the selection process.
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Corrections Deputy
Correction officer job in Donaldsonville, LA
Corrections Deputies take the first line responsibility for the care, custody, and security of inmates.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The most important and essential job function of the position is to have an attitude of service to others. Attitude is essential to maintain positive relationships with co-workers, respond professionally, calmly, and politely to members of the community, work as a team member, function under pressure, and respond in a professional manner to supervision. Other duties and responsibilities are listed below.
· Participate in secure and safe inmate movements and activities
· Assist and monitor serving meals to inmates
· Provide or obtain medical aid to inmates, based on training
· Operate and work housing floors, control centers, intake, and property sections
· Interact professionally with inmates and supervise inmate housing units
· Respond professionally to inmate requests, concerns, and emergencies
· Conduct headcounts
· Guard inmates in medical facilities
· Transport inmates to other facilities
· Document and properly maintain all related work logbooks and entries
· Know and follow institutional policies and procedures
· Other duties as directed by a supervisor
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to perform the duties of a Corrections Deputy. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma, general education degree, or equivalent.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Read, analyze, and interpret laws, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Write reports, compose or reply to emails, and complete Office forms.
Effectively communicate with inmates, the public, and members of this Office.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Basic computer skills, such as word processing, email, and ability to use criminal justice databases.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with complex problems involving several variables.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Louisiana driver's license for transportation duties.
Obtain and maintain all Corrections Deputy certifications required by the Office.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of a Corrections Deputy. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands include the following.
· Ability to walk, sit, stand, use hands to type and utilize a mouse, reach with hands and arms, speak and hear, and stay acutely alert for the duration of a shift of 10 to 12 hours or up to 16 hours
· Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
· Frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds
· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
· Ability to sprint for short duration in apprehension of suspects and be able to physically detain resistant persons
MENTAL STABILITY
The nature of this important public safety position requires that an employee maintain a high level of mental stability. The employee must demonstrate reasonable judgment in a variety of stressful and non-stressful situations.
The employee must maintain a positive attitude, positive interpersonal relationships, and be free from debilitating anger or hostility. There must be no evidence of problems with drugs, alcohol, or other addictive behavior or the necessity for psychotropic medications that would affect the employee's ability to perform the essential functions of this job.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of a Corrections Deputy. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Correctional Officer
Correction officer job in Meridian, MS
Pay: $16/hr. Status: Full Time, 12hrs Benefit package includes: * Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits * Dental benefits * Life insurance * Accidental death and dismemberment insurance * Short-term and long-term disability benefits
* 401(k) retirement plan
* Employee assistance program
* Paid time off (PTO)
* 9 paid holidays
* Bereavement leave
* Civic duty and military leave
* Opportunities for job advancement
Impact lives with Management & Training Corporation (MTC)! At the East Mississippi Correctional Facility in Meridian, MS, our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping an at-risk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy, productive life.
Position Summary:
Reports to the designated sergeant. Responsible for the custody and discipline of inmates in the facility in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC),and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.
Essential Functions:
* Search for contraband and provide security.
* Count, feed and supervise inmates in housing, work and other areas.
* Provide custody and security of inmates, including observation of inmates.
* Perform security of various assigned areas.
* Read, review and properly apply information found in inmate records which is related to the inmates' health and safety and to the security of the facility,
* Prepare and maintain records, forms and reports.
* It is expected that the incumbent will work overtime, when directed to do so.
* Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
* Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.
Education Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required. A valid driver's license in the state of Mississippi or Alabama with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management. Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.
Post Hire Requirements:
Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.
Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through ***************************** or ************.
Correctional Officer III
Correction officer job in Mississippi
Characteristics of Work See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classifications Minimum Qualifications Typically requires a Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED or High School Equivalency Diploma) and 3- 4 years of correctional or secure facility experience. Applicants to this position must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and shall have successfully completed the training program at the Mississippi Department of Corrections or the equivalent within another state, as approved by the Mississippi Department of Corrections. Employees in this job classification under the age of twenty-one (21) shall be assigned to the posts designated as non-peace officer status posts.
Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at ***************************
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call ************.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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How many years of experience do you have in a correctional or secure facility?
* No experience
* 1 year of experience
* 2 years of experience
* 3 years of experience
* 4 years of experience
* 5 years of experience
* 6 years of experience
* 7 years of experience
* 8 years of experience
* 9 years of experience
* 10 years of experience
* More than 10 years
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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?
* None
* GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma
* 30 semester hours
* Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours
* 90 semester hours
* Bachelor's Degree
* Master's Degree
* Specialist Degree
* Doctorate Degree
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Are you 18 years of age or older?
* Yes
* No
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Have you successfully completed the training program at the Mississippi Department of Corrections or the equivalent within another state, as approved by the Mississippi Department of Correction?
* Yes
* No
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Do you possess a Law Enforcement Certification?
* Yes
* No
Required Question
Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone ************
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Website ********************************************************
Patrol Officer Recruit (Pre-Test)
Correction officer job in Gulfport, MS
City of Gulfport, MississippiPatrol OfficerDepartment: 213 - PoliceEEO Class: Protective Service Workers FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary: $49,749 - $60,409.50 Must be 21 years of age or older to be a Patrol Officer Per Mississippi State Statute 21-31-63: Any applicant for a position of any kind under civil service must be a citizen of the United States and an elector of the county in which he resides and must meet only such bona fide occupational residency requirements as may be determined by the civil service commission or the governing authority of the municipality.Position OverviewThe Police Patrol Officer is responsible for a general duty of investigatorypolice work in the protection of life and property, prevention of crime,investigation of crimes, apprehension of criminals and the generalenforcement of local, state and federal laws and ordinances.
Essential Job FunctionsEssential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, Mayinclude the following. Other related duties may be assigned.Patrols a specified beat on foot or police vehicle on an assignedshift to preserve law and order.Prevents and discovers the commission of crime and to enforcetraffic and parking regulations.Answers calls and complaints involving fires, automobile accidents,robberies and other misdemeanors and felonies.Conducts preliminary investigations; interviews witnesses andcollects evidence and information.Obtains witnesses, makes arrests and testifies as a witness in court.Investigates crimes; searches for and preserves evidence; questionssuspects and witnesses; checks pawn shops; maintains surveillanceover persons and places suspected of vice operations.Escorts prisoners to and from court; insures that prisoners areproperly guarded, participates in the return of fugitives from outsidethe state or from other cities.Gives advice on laws, ordinances and general information to thepublic.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explainand demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essentialfunctions of the job can be performed.Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and withrespect for the rights of others.Ability to analyze situations quickly and to determine proper courseof action to be taken with due regard to surrounding hazards andcircumstances.Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions andto prepare comprehensive reports.Some knowledge of general social problems in urban centers andof accepted methods of meeting such problems.Ability to remember names, faces and details of incidents.Ability to develop skill in the use and care of firearms.Physical strength, agility and ability to pass physical fitnessexamination.Other combinations of experience and education that meet theminimum requirements may be substituted.
Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent. College or university level courses inlaw enforcement or a related field preferred.
Patrolman 2nd Class: Satisfactory completion of a minimum of six (6)months in the Patrolman recruit classification.Patrolman 1st Class: Satisfactory completion of a minimum of six (6)months in the Patrolman 2nd class classification.
Required Licenses or CertificatesMust possess valid Mississippi driver's license.
Physical Demands and Working ConditionsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met byan employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions.Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 50+ pounds;visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination andmanual dexterity necessary to equipment. Subject to sitting, standing,reaching, walking, twisting and kneeling to perform the essential functions.Working conditions are both indoors and outdoors.
Correctional Officer
Correction officer job in Natchitoches, LA
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervises inmates in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises inmates and visitors in visitation areas.
Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors inmate movements, conducts counts, and provides emergency response.
Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required.
Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas.
Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma.
Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
Initiates disciplinary reports.
Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team.
Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs.
Serves as a member of special teams to respond.
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities:
Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which an inmate can identify
Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility.
Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position.
Interacts daily with offenders and staff members while providing security for the facility.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards.
Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.
Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift.
Frequent periods of sitting per shift.
Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights
Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches
Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting
Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders
Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues
Frequent transferrers and transporting offenders by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation
Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport offenders per shift.
Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift.
Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs
Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray
Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Correctional Officer
Correction officer job in Saint Martinville, LA
Correctional Officer - St. Martin Parish Correctional Center
The most important and essential job duty of this position is attitude and includes the following: getting along with co-workers, being respectful to members of the community, making sure all employees under his/her command are working together as a team and functioning under pressure. Other duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Conducts pat searches and strip searches
Completes written reports, including, but not limited to, incident and disciplinary reports
Participates in secure and safe offender movements and activities
Conducts scheduled and random shakedown of the facility
Conducts safety and sanitation inspections
Conducts drug screenings, when needed.
Dispenses mail to offender population
Manages offender sign ion/out log
Conducts evacuation drills, as necessary
Collects documentation for ACA proofs
Assists in meal service to offenders
Operates and manages offender housing, offender processing, or control room, as assigned
Responds to offender requests, concerns, and/or emergencies
Conducts headcount/roll call
Adheres to and enforces all departmental policies and accreditation standards
Enforces rules and regulations on the offender population and follows disciplinary guidelines
Supervises laundry exchange services
Work Schedule: 12 hour shifts
Employee is required to work flexible hours when and if needed. In some circumstances employee may be subject to call-out 24 hours a day.
Corrections Deputy
Correction officer job in Laplace, LA
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A Corrections Deputy is primarily concerned with the supervision and safety of inmates within the jail. A Corrections Deputy is responsible for everything which occurs in the jail during his/her tour of duty and will adhere to the policies and procedures of the jail to maintain security while ensuring a safe living environment for inmates.
· Receives and processes all new inmates transferred to the jail.
· Maintains jail records during his/her shift.
· Conducts a head count at the start and end of his/her shift and records it.
· Makes periodic checks of all inmates.
· Reports any damage of jail property to the Supervisor.
· Fills out and delivers all incident reports and grievances to the warden.
· Reviews the jail log to update the jail activities.
· Conducts shakedown inspections as needed.
· Supervise the feeding of inmates.
· Supervise the cleaning of all areas of the jail.
· Confirms that inmates have the basics to practice personal hygiene.
· Supervise the taking of medication by inmates as provided by the medical personnel.
· Search all inmates coming to and leaving the jail.
· Supervise trustees.
· Advise the shift supervisor of any inmate security and discipline problems.
· Controls all public access into the jail.
· Controls all inmate movement within the security area of the jail.
· Keeps in communication with other Correctional Officer.
· Controls and monitors all emergency alert systems
· Controls the jail locking system.
· Performs all other duties as assigned by the warden, associate and assistant warden's.
Requirements:
- High school diploma from an accredited school or GED equivalent.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Able to work rotating 12-hour shift assignments, including holidays, weekends, and declared state of emergency events.
- Must pass a thorough background screening, polygraph examination, and drug screen.
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Detention Officer
Correction officer job in Ferriday, LA
Supervises non-citizens in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises non-citizens and visitors in visitation areas.
Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors non-citizen movements, conducts counts, and provides emergency response.
Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required.
Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas.
Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to non-citizens in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma.
Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
Initiates disciplinary reports.
Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team.
Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs.
Serves as a member of special teams to respond.
Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards.
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities:
Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which a non-citizen can identify
Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility.
Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position.
Interacts daily with non-citizens and staff members while providing security for the facility.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.
Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift.
Frequent periods of sitting per shift.
Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights.
Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches.
Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting.
Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders.
Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues.
Frequent transferrers and transporting non-citizens by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation.
Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport non-citizens per shift.
Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift.
Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs.
Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray.
Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
Correctional Officer
Correction officer job in Olla, LA
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervises inmates in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises inmates and visitors in visitation areas.
Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors inmate movements, conducts counts, and provides emergency response.
Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required.
Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas.
Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma.
Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
Initiates disciplinary reports.
Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team.
Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs.
Serves as a member of special teams to respond.
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities:
Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which an inmate can identify
Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility.
Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position.
Interacts daily with offenders and staff members while providing security for the facility.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards.
Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable
Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Employer supported retirement plan to help you plan for the future.
Access to professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.
Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift.
Frequent periods of sitting per shift.
Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights
Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches
Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting
Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders
Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues
Frequent transferrers and transporting offenders by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation
Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport offenders per shift.
Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift.
Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs
Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray
Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Facility: LaSalle Corrections Olla, LA.
Campus Police Officer (Applicant Pool)
Correction officer job in Wesson, MS
This announcement is to retain a pool of qualified applicants. Submission of an application and our acceptance thereof do not indicate that there are open positions, and in no way obligate Copiah-Lincoln Community College. The Campus Police Officer is responsible to the Chief of Police and has responsibility for the enforcement of all college rules and regulations and the enforcement of the laws of the state of Mississippi
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* None
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Enforces the laws of the State of Mississippi.
2. Patrols and enforces rules and regulations of Copiah-Lincoln Community College.
3. Greets any guest(s) on campus and assists in directing them as necessary.
4. Assists during special events as necessary.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.
Correctional Officer - Up to 50% Recruitment Incentive - Direct Hire
Correction officer job in Pollock, LA
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
Overview
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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
10/01/2025 to 09/30/2026
Salary $49,739 to - $94,537 per year
The salary range for this announcement reflects Rest of US GL-05/01 $49,739 to highest GL-08/10 San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA $94,537.
Pay scale & grade GL 05 - 08
Locations
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Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - Travel may be required for training and/or work related issues. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time - Full Promotion Potential GL-08/10 highest $94,537, San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA. 15%-50% Recruitment Incentive for NEW HIRES: Please see Benefits for more Information. Service Competitive
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Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test Yes Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number DHA-2026-0001 Control number 847129100
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Detention Officer
Correction officer job in Louisiana
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervises non-citizens in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises non-citizens and visitors in visitation areas.
Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors non-citizen movements, conducts counts, and provides emergency response.
Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required.
Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas.
Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to non-citizens in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma.
Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
Initiates disciplinary reports.
Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team.
Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs.
Serves as a member of special teams to respond.
Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards.
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities:
Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which a non-citizen can identify
Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility.
Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position.
Interacts daily with non-citizens and staff members while providing security for the facility.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.
Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift.
Frequent periods of sitting per shift.
Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights.
Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches.
Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting.
Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders.
Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues.
Frequent transferrers and transporting non-citizens by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation.
Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport non-citizens per shift.
Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift.
Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs.
Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray.
Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
Pay: $20.71 per hour
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DETENTION OFFICER
Correction officer job in Jackson, MS
Duties: Process arrested and released persons at jail or Detention Center, complete appropriate forms and related paperwork; issue clothing and personal hygiene supplies to detainees as appropriate, release property as appropriate. Maintain the safety of detainee at all times, conduct regular checks of facilities; maintain calm and order in facility; conduct cell searches, strip searches as necessary. Transport detainees to court, other police agencies, medical appointments and other appearances as necessary; release prisoners to investigators. When assigned to youth Detention Center, contact parents or detained youth and explain center policies and procedures. Serve meals and snacks to detainees.
Qualifications: No experience is required, although previous corrections experience is desirable. Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT, APPLICANT RECOMMENDED FOR EMPLOYMENT SHALL BE REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY PASS A URINALYSIS AND/OR BLOOD TEST TO SCREEN FOR ALCOHOL AND/OR DRUG ABUSE.
"EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER"
DETENTION OFFICER
Duties: Process arrested and released persons at jail or Detention Center, complete appropriate forms and related paperwork; issue clothing and personal hygiene supplies to detainees as appropriate, release property as appropriate. Maintain the safety of detainee at all times, conduct regular checks of facilities; maintain calm and order in facility; conduct cell searches, strip searches as necessary. Transport detainees to court, other police agencies, medical appointments and other appearances as necessary; release prisoners to investigators. When assigned to youth Detention Center, contact parents or detained youth and explain center policies and procedures. Serve meals and snacks to detainees.
Qualifications: No experience is required, although previous corrections experience is desirable. Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's lice
Position : 10040744
Code : 472-1
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : ADULT DETENTION
Grade : RANGE 22
Group : POLICE
Job Class : DETENTION OFFICER
Posting Start : 04/01/2025
Posting End : 12/31/9999
Details : City Website
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $17.28
Detention Officer
Correction officer job in Meridian, MS
Lauderdale County Sheriff's Office Deputy, Detention Officer, and Civilian employees receive added benefits as well as competitive pay.
Deputies receive added pay incentives, such as, night differential, education and years of experience.
Full-time Deputies, Detention Officers, and Civilians receive medical insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, holiday pay and state retirement.
All positions have the opportunity to advance, whether it be within Patrol or Corrections or make the move laterally to Narcotics, Criminal Investigations, Courts or School Resource.
Police Officer-North Pike Department
Correction officer job in Summit, MS
ANNOUNCEMENT
Reports to:
Deadline:
Police Officer- North Pike Police Department
North Pike School District
Based on Salary Scale
Superintendent/Designee
No Sooner Than July 21st
Objectives:
Work to ensure the safety of all NPSD stakeholders.
Provide law enforcement support to school administration. Coordinate as needed with applicable law enforcement/ public health and safety agencies.
Provide logistical support as needed for school safety policy and procedural development and implementation.
Assist with investigations, searches, and other related support to school operational safety. Exercise duty as arresting officer when applicable and secure any and all evidence and contraband.
Foster good relations with students and school faculty and staff. Work to proactively reduce and eliminate prohibited activities.
Provide support for on and off site school activities. Coordinate and oversee school security for activities as needed. Work under direction of applicable school administration.
Provide support with logistics related to residency verification and enforcement.
Requirements:
An officer with at least three (3) years of full-time commission law enforcement service.
Must be at least twenty-four (24) years of age.
Must complete the Mississippi Department of Education's School Resource Basic Course within two (2) years of appointment.
All applicants do not need to fill out this application. They must submit their letter of interest and resume to ************************ & ***********************
North Pike Schools is an equal opportunity employer.
Easy ApplyCorrectional Deputy
Correction officer job in Jennings, LA
←Back to all jobs at JEFFERSON DAVIS PARISH SHERIFFS OFFICE Correctional Deputy
Required Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application
High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent
A valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
Two years working experience in corrections or another criminal justice field
Louisiana POST Certification
Responsibilities
Adhere to the policies and procedures of the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office.
Maintain professional conduct at all times.
Maintain internal and external security of a correctional institution.
Observe and participate in supervision, control, and custody of inmates through both visual and auditory surveillance
Conduct inspections of all housing and general use areas to ensure that proper standards, facility operating procedures
Report all unusual occurrences, accidents, or safety hazards to supervisors
Books in and releases inmates.
Answers, transfers and responds to phone calls.
Escort/Transport inmates to and from various activities and appointments
Strictly adhere to policies safeguarding confidentiality
Perform related work as required, including assistance with food service, security, and maintenance duties
Prepares reports on activities
Benefits
The minimum hourly rate of pay for this position is $12.40/hr
Postsecondary education and Law enforcement or Corrections experience will be taken under consideration in respect to the hourly rate of pay.
Eligible for paid overtime
Employer paid Health, Vision, Dental and Life insurance for full time employees
Vacation and Sick time after 1 year of continuous employment
Eligible for additional leave when scheduled on an office holiday
Important information
There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. Specific information about this job will be available to you in the interview process, should you be selected.
Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
This is a 24-hour facility. Applicants will be required to work shift work and will be required to work in close quarters with offenders. The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor including disability. No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.
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Detention Officer
Correction officer job in Winnfield, LA
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervises non-citizens in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises non-citizens and visitors in visitation areas.
Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors non-citizen movements, conduct counts, and provides emergency response.
Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required.
Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas.
Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to non-citizens in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma.
Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
Initiates disciplinary reports.
Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team.
Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs.
Serves as a member of special teams to respond.
Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards.
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities:
Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which a non-citizen can identify
Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility.
Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position.
Interacts daily with non-citizens and staff members while providing security for the facility.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.
Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift.
Frequent periods of sitting per shift.
Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights.
Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches.
Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting.
Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders.
Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues.
Frequent transferrers and transporting non-citizens by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation.
Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport non-citizens per shift.
Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift.
Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs.
Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray.
Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
Pay: $19.25 per hour
Detention Officer
Correction officer job in Jonesboro, LA
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervises non-citizens in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises non-citizens and visitors in visitation areas.
Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors non-citizen movements, conduct counts, and provides emergency response.
Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required.
Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas.
Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to non-citizens in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma.
Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
Initiates disciplinary reports.
Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team.
Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs.
Serves as a member of special teams to respond.
Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards.
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities:
Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which a non-citizen can identify
Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility.
Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position.
Interacts daily with non-citizens and staff members while providing security for the facility.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable
Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Employer supported retirement plan to help you plan for the future.
Access to professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.
Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift.
Frequent periods of sitting per shift.
Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights.
Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches.
Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting.
Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders.
Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues.
Frequent transferrers and transporting non-citizens by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation.
Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport non-citizens per shift.
Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift.
Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs.
Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray.
Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
Pay: $19.86 per hour
Asset Protection Specialist
Correction officer job in Brookhaven, MS
The Asset Protection Specialist is primarily responsible for preventing financial loss caused by theft and fraud and supporting safety and environmental program compliance in their assigned store/multiple stores. They utilize tools to minimize loss to the Company, including but not limited to identifying incidents of theft and fraud, reviewing CCTV and exception reports, monitoring the store's physical security, auditing the Electronic Article Surveillance and driving a shrink elimination culture in the store. Other responsibilities include: preparing accurate and detailed case reports documenting your apprehensions and recoveries, preserving evidence, interacting with law enforcement and testifying in criminal and civil court actions. The Asset Protection Specialist must report any hazardous or unsafe condition to the Manager on Duty and carry out job responsibilities in a manner that minimizes the risk of injury to themselves, other associates, vendors, customers, and the Company. They must demonstrate integrity at all times, respond to asset protection and operational concerns of all associates and remain focused on store specific business objectives while supporting key asset protection and operational responsibilities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.