Correctional Officer

Management & Training Corporation • Raymondville, TX

388d • $37,440 - $37,440

About The Position

The Correctional Officer position at Willacy County State Jail involves maintaining the custody and discipline of offenders while ensuring compliance with directives from Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). This role is crucial for the safety and security of the facility and its residents, providing opportunities for career advancement within a structured environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A valid driver license in the state where the facility is located with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.
• Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the designated assistant shift supervisor (sergeant) and/or shift supervisor (lieutenant).
• Responsible for the custody and discipline of offenders in the facility in compliance with MTC and TDCJ directives.
• If assigned to the transportation department, responsible for transporting offenders to and from the facility in accordance with established procedures.
• Search for contraband and provide security.
• Count, feed and supervise offenders in housing, work and other areas, which include climbing stairs.
• Provide custody and security of offenders including observation of offenders, which includes long periods of sitting and standing.
• Perform security functions including 'pat' and 'strip' searches, by squatting and bending to perform such functions.
• Transfer and transport offenders by walking or riding in vehicles. Restrain and secure assaultive offenders as needed.
• Respond to emergencies including climbing stairs, steps, and ladders while searching for escaped offenders, hearing calls for and calling for help, giving first aid at the emergency site, carrying an injured or unconscious offender or employee various distances to safety up or down stairs, steps and ladders; and use force and deadly force to include the use of chemical agents and firearms to control offenders.
• Read, review and properly apply information found in offender records, which is related to the offenders' health and safety and to the security of the facility.
• Prepare and maintain records, forms and reports.
• Read, follow and adhere to the post orders of the assigned location.
• Perform specific duties if assigned to the following areas: commissary, property, transportation, recreation, mailroom, escort/roving, laundry, visiting room, mobile patrol, central control, housing, restrictive housing and intake.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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