CERT Officer
Listed on 2026-07-19
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Security
Security Officer, Armed Security, Site Security
Job Description
Pay: $19.00/hr.
Location:
2999 US-61, Woodville, MS 39669
Work schedule:
Full-time
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 Wilkinson County Correctional Facility in Woodville, 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 CERT Commander - Sgt. Responsible for rapid response to any emergency or high-risk incident occurring at the facility and any routine incident when additional resources may be required. Rapidly evaluates the situation and determines tactical objectives in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC), and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.
Essential Functions:
It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid driver's license in the state of Mississippi or Louisiana with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in law enforcement OR military operations experience OR minimum one (1) year of specialized experience directly related to the work performed in tactical emergency response and disturbance control tactical response is preferred.
- Must be 21
Post Hire Requirements:
- Must successfully complete 120-hours of pre-service training including firearms and unarmed self-defense courses.
- Must attend and pass a Special Weapons, Tactics, and Military-Type CERT basic course. Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment includes annual re-qualification in the use of firearms and the successful completion of unarmed self-defense training.
- Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment also includes successful completion of an annual physical examination.
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.
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