CSM Correctional Officer 1 - Ware State Prison

Georgia Department of Corrections•Waycross, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Officer 1 maintains custody and security of prisoners and other incarcerated offenders and maintains order at Ware State Prison. The officer enforces institutional policies and rules, applicable procedures and regulations, and state laws necessary to manage offenders and protect public safety. Duties include supervising offenders, screening visitors, patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergencies, and escorting or transporting offenders. The role may also involve handling and training canines and maintaining control of keys, tools, weapons, and related equipment. The starting salary is $50,386 per year, with a salary increase after six months and a promotion with another increase at the 12-month mark. The Georgia Department of Corrections’ mission is to protect Georgians by operating secure facilities and providing opportunities for offender rehabilitation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Any combination of training and experience that enables the applicant to meet the minimum standards of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.).

Responsibilities

Enforce institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations, as well as applicable state laws.
Escort offenders in transit and during temporary leaves, and transport them to and from correctional facilities.
Screen visitors at facility entrances.
Handle and train canines for tracking, search and rescue, guard duty, and contraband detection.
Inspect, inventory, maintain physical control of, and log keys, tools, weapons, and related equipment.
Maintain order, discipline, and security in assigned areas.
Observe offender conduct and behavior to prevent disturbances and escapes.
Oversee offenders during work assignments, meals, and recreation periods.
Patrol assigned areas and report problems.
Prepare admission, program, release, transfer, and other reports.
Respond to emergencies.
Take offenders into custody and escort them to locations inside and outside the facility.