Correctional Officer - Temporary; Chittenden Regional Correction Facility

Correctional Officer I - Temporary (Chittenden Regional Correction Facility)

Corrections professionals in Vermont work in a system that believes in the basics of human change. Intensive training prepares entry level Correctional Officers for a career that blends security work, human services, and leadership opportunities. This work is rewarding on many levels and draws on a wide range of skills. Many permanent positions are filled by promoting temporary employees, so external candidates are encouraged to apply to both temporary and permanent job openings.

The start of a career in Corrections begins with a week at the correctional facility observing the duties and role of a Correctional Officer. The next six weeks of instruction occur at the Vermont Correctional Academy, where the core skill set of a corrections professional is learned. After graduation, candidates participate in eighty hours of onsite training supervised by staff at their new facility.

The facility offers a 2‑2‑3 rotation: two consecutive days of work, two days off, three consecutive days of work, followed by two days off. This rotation repeats, providing regular periods of rest while ensuring continuous coverage of operations. The 2‑2‑3 schedule offers predictable work hours, flexibility, and longer consecutive days off, resulting in a 3‑day weekend every other week. Employees work only seven out of every fourteen days instead of ten in a traditional schedule, allowing more time for personal activities, travel, or relaxation.

Duties are performed largely within a correctional facility and in the immediate area of inmates. High‑stress situations are predictable and frequent. The potential for physical assault or injury is present. Transportation and supervision of inmates outside of the correctional facility may be required. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is necessary. Overtime and emergency duty are unpredictable, and shift assignments may change in accordance with the needs of the facility.

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two (2) years or more full‑time work experience.
• OR one (1) year or more of college‑level coursework AND one (1) year or more of full‑time work experience.
• OR two (2) years or more of college‑level coursework.

Adequate physical condition to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Essential tasks include the ability to don a self‑contained breathing apparatus and perform evacuation procedures, potentially including search and rescue functions as required by OSHA standards.

• Experience working in a correctional setting.
• Military experience.

Overtime work is required to maintain safe staffing levels and is considered a condition of employment. The ability to work overtime as required is an essential function of this position. Additionally, work on weekends and holidays may be required. Candidates must pass annual mandated training.

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment decisions are merit‑based, and retaliatory adverse actions are forbidden.

Candidates must pass a background investigation applicable to the position, including criminal record checks, DMV checks, and adult and child abuse registry checks as per AHS policy. Candidates with any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections to be considered for employment.