About The Position

Multiple Permanent and Job Rotation opportunities for ODOC and OCE employees only. The Oregon State Penitentiary is seeking motivated and dedicated candidates for the role of Correctional Corporal. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified individuals to advance within the Department while continuing to play a vital role in maintaining the safety and security of our facility. As a Correctional Corporal, you will serve as a key member of our security team, providing custody, control, supervision, and daily care of adults in custody (AICs). This role is essential in upholding the mission of the Department by ensuring a safe, secure, and rehabilitative environment for both staff and individuals in custody. You will be responsible for supervising AICs in various areas, including housing units, control points, program and work assignments, and designated security areas. Maintaining order and enforcing institutional rules will be a critical aspect of the role, along with responding to emergencies and critical incidents with professionalism and sound judgment. You will also assist in training and mentoring staff. This position is represented by Association of Oregon Corrections Employees (AOCE). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Requirements

  • One (1) year of experience in a correctional security setting where primary duties were the care and custody of AICs.
  • Ability to obtain, within two weeks, an Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Correctional Certificate OR a Correctional Certificate from another government agency.
  • Possess a High School Diploma or GED certificate.
  • Be 21 years of age or older.
  • United States Citizen.
  • Ability to obtain a valid Oregon motor vehicle operator's license.
  • Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
  • Must complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire.

Nice To Haves

  • All applicants interested in the job rotation opportunities must attach written approval from their current supervisor at the time of application.

Responsibilities

  • Provide custody, control, supervision, and daily care of adults in custody (AICs).
  • Ensure a safe, secure, and rehabilitative environment for staff and individuals in custody.
  • Supervise AICs in housing units, control points, program and work assignments, and designated security areas.
  • Maintain order and enforce institutional rules.
  • Respond to emergencies and critical incidents with professionalism and sound judgment.
  • Assist in training and mentoring staff.

Benefits

  • Family health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
  • 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
  • Optional short and long-term disability
  • Term life insurance
  • Fully paid retirement program
  • Oregon Saving Growth Plan
  • Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
  • PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
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