Correction Officer - MCI

State of Ohio • Marion, OH

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Correction Officer works at Marion Correctional Institution to maintain a safe, secure, and humane correctional environment. The role supports the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction’s mission to reduce recidivism and protect the public by supervising incarcerated individuals and enforcing institutional rules, policies, and procedures. Newly hired officers start at $24.88 per hour (step 1) and move to $25.61 per hour (step 2) after six months of employment. Officers working second or third shift earn an additional $0.60 per hour. The position is permanent, full-time, classified, and represented by OCSEA. Work hours vary, and the probationary period is 365 days.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Successfully pass the correction officer assessment, or have successfully completed it within the past 24 months; alternatively, be a current Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction employee previously certified as a correction officer.
• A valid driver's license is required for positions assigned to the transportation section; a commercial driver's license is required to drive vehicles that qualify as commercial.
• Final applicants must submit to pre-employment urinalysis for illegal drug use.
• The final applicant must undergo a criminal background check.
• Must meet applicable firearms eligibility requirements, including not being under a federal or state weapons disability when firearms certification or use is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control of the institution and promote the safety and security of the facility, inmates, staff, and the general public by enforcing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Supervise and direct inmate activity in assigned areas of the facility.
• Ensure assigned areas are clean, safe, and secure.
• Monitor and operate security controls, equipment, and computers.
• Operate vehicles for perimeter security and inmate transportation.
• Conduct inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.
• Complete required reports and serve on committees.
• Prevent escapes and incidents that threaten security.
• When necessary, use physical force, unarmed self-defense, firearms, or other force to detain or secure inmates.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS.
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

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