2027 Correction Officer I (February)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Statewide, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Massachusetts Human Resources Division is administering an examination to establish an eligible list for Correction Officer I vacancies in the Massachusetts Department of Correction. The written examination is scheduled for February 5 and 6, 2027, at various locations across the Commonwealth. Applicants must be at least 19 years old on the original exam date, February 5, 2027. By the date of appointment, candidates must have a high school diploma or an approved equivalency certificate, or three years of U.S. armed forces experience with an honorable last release or discharge.

Correction Officers work under the direct supervision of employees of a higher grade and provide custodial care and control of inmates. The position involves maintaining order and security in a correctional institution, observing inmates’ conduct and behavior, and referring individuals to appropriate supportive services. Work may take place in isolated areas and may involve varied shifts, weekends, holidays, nights, and standby (on-call) status. Officers may encounter verbal or physical abuse, interact with people under physical or emotional stress, stand and walk for prolonged periods, face exposure to adverse weather and firearms-related injury risks, and travel for job-related purposes. Private transportation may be required for reimbursable work travel.

Requirements

• Be at least 19 years old on February 5, 2027, and provide proof of birth date before appointment consideration.
• By the date of appointment, have a high school diploma or equivalency certificate approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, or have three years of experience in the U.S. armed forces with the last release or discharge under honorable conditions.
• Pass the written examination.
• Ability to gather information.
• Ability to read, understand, explain, and apply laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to write concisely and accurately to extract facts.
• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of quantitative and qualitative data.
• Ability to maintain accurate records in the Inmate Management System (IMS).

Responsibilities

• Escort or transport inmates under restraint.
• Patrol facilities and conduct periodic rounds, head counts, and security checks of buildings, grounds, and inmate quarters.
• Monitor inmates’ movements and whereabouts.
• Guard and direct inmates during work assignments to maintain order and security in a correctional institution.
• Observe inmates’ conduct and behavior.
• Develop working relationships with inmates and refer individuals to appropriate supportive services.
• Prepare monthly evaluation reports.
• Perform related operational duties and other related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED