Corrections Officer ; Atlanta Detention Center

Corrections Officer Recruit (Atlanta City Detention Center)

Atlanta, GA, United States

Position open until 7/31/2026

Salary: $49,920 annually

General Description and Classification Standards

Supervises inmates in penal facilities in a specific area of assignment within the corrections/detention system.

Duties include, but are not limited to: maintaining order and discipline within the facilities; supervising, escorting and transporting inmates; patrolling assigned areas and inspecting buildings and inmate cells; controlling contraband and preventing escape; ensuring the safety of inmates and staff; assisting fellow officers; preparing logs and reports and other documents; working to achieve the highest level of cooperation and to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of all departments within the City of Atlanta.

Supervision Received

Works under very general supervision. May work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infraction of rules, and unsatisfied attitude or adjustment of prisoners.
• Reports unusual observations to superior.
• Conducts inmate head counts which may include jail facilities, court, and food.
• Escorts inmates individually or in groups to/from cell areas, visiting areas, or hospitals; and supervises inmates during meals and sick call.
• Assists in transporting prisoners when necessary.
• Ensures inmates with special needs receive required attention including those with contagious disease, those with suicidal tendencies, or special medical problems.
• Inspects buildings/cells while making rounds to ensure a safe, sanitary, and properly maintained facility.
• Inspects locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates for tampering.
• Monitors base radio.
• Responds to inmates or employee emergencies.
• Responds to inmate requests for services, problems, questions, and grievances.
• Enforces all city and state codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations in order to protect life and property.
• Works to ensure the safety and security of the jail facility, which includes officers and inmates.
• Verifies inmate housing is properly assigned according to charges and medical problems; reclassifies and reassigns as needed.
• Guards and directs inmates during work detail assignments.
• Observes conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes.
• Oversees housekeeping of the facility.
• Operates the Department's Central Control; monitors closed circuit television cameras.
• Controls the progress and access within the jail.
• May issue personal hygiene items to inmates.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of modern rules of arrest and of correctional facility practices, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in effectively communicating and interacting with supervisors, employees, members of the general public, and all other groups involved in the activities of the City.
• Ability to follow all pre-cautionary measures when dealing with inmates with known violent histories, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) years of relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.

Licensures and Certifications

Position would be expected to have licensure or professional certifications appropriate to the position. Valid Georgia driver's license required.

Preferred Requirements

Two (2) years of related experience in law enforcement or related area preferred.

Work Environment: Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements: Medium work:

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta ("COA") that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified…