Correctional Officer I - Temporary (Southern State Correctional Facility)

State of Vermont•Springfield, MO

13h•Onsite

About The Position

A career with the Vermont Department of Corrections offers more than a job—it provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while serving your community. Correctional Officers play a critical role in maintaining safety and security while supporting rehabilitation, accountability, and positive change. This profession combines elements of security, human services, communication, problem-solving, and leadership. Through extensive training and ongoing professional development, Correctional Officers gain skills that can lead to advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Corrections. Many permanent positions are filled through internal promotion, making this an excellent opportunity to begin a long-term career with the State of Vermont. Training Program Your career begins with a structured training process designed to prepare you for success. Facility Shadowing – New hires complete a minimum of 40 hours observing correctional operations and the daily responsibilities of a Correctional Officer. Vermont Correctional Academy – Recruits attend a six-week paid training academy focused on the core skills and knowledge required for the profession. On-the-Job Training – Upon graduation, recruits return to their assigned facility and complete two weeks of supervised training with a Facility Training Officer. Probationary Period – Following successful completion of training, employees enter a six-month probationary period. Start dates are based on facility needs and candidate availability. Schedule and Work-Life Balance Southern State Correctional Facility utilizes an innovative 2-2-3 schedule designed to provide greater work-life balance while maintaining continuous facility operations. How the 2-2-3 Schedule Works: Employees work: Two consecutive days on Two consecutive days off Three consecutive days on Two consecutive days off Benefits of the 2-2-3 Schedule Work only 7 of every 14 days Enjoy a three-day weekend every other week Approximately 180 workdays per year Predictable rotating schedule that allows for advanced personal planning Extended periods off for family, recreation, travel, and personal commitments Twelve-hour shifts that provide more days away from work This rotation repeats throughout the year. Shifts are assigned based on seniority and facility operational needs. Current shift schedules are: Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent AND two (2) years or more full-time work experience.
One (1) year or more of college level course work AND one (1) year or more of full-time work experience.
Two (2) years or more of college level course work.
Adequate physical condition to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to don a self-contained breathing apparatus and perform evacuation procedures, potentially including search and rescue functions.
Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse.
Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment.
A valid motor vehicle operator's license is necessary.
Must attend and pass annual mandated training.
Candidates must pass a background investigation applicable to the position.
Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Responsibilities

Ability to work overtime as required to maintain safe staffing levels.
Ability to work weekends and holidays when scheduled.
Successful completion of annual mandatory training requirements.
Ability to perform the essential duties of a Correctional Officer in a secure correctional environment.
Transportation and supervision of inmates outside of the correctional facility may be required.