Correctional Officer

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old or older.
• Must have a Valid Driver's License.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts.
• Must be able to pass drug screening.
• Experience preferred, but not required.

• Guards inmates in penal institution in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Observes conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes.
• Inspects locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates for tampering.
• Searches inmates and cells for contraband articles.
• Guards and directs inmates during work assignments.
• Patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infraction of rules, and unsatisfactory attitude or adjustment of prisoners.
• Reports observations to superior.
• Employs weapons or force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners, if necessary.
• May escort inmates to and from visiting room, medical office, and religious services.
• May guard entrance of jail to screen visitors.
• May prepare written report concerning incidences of inmate disturbances or injuries.