Correctional Officer - Shelby, MT

Core Civic • SHELBY, MT

14h • Onsite

About The Position

CoreCivic is hiring a Correctional Officer to provide security, care, and direct supervision of inmates/residents in a secure correctional facility. The role involves supervising people in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and during other facility activities. The officer is responsible for maintaining order and security and may need to employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order.

The officer must be available to work any shift and may be assigned to posts such as armory/key control, housing units, the kitchen, medical, or visitation. CoreCivic provides paid training and, where applicable, pays for state-required non-commissioned security officer licensing. Military service may qualify toward positions requiring criminal justice experience. Shuttle services are available for candidates located in Great Falls.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to complete any required training.
• Availability to work any hours and any shift.
• At least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Veterans are encouraged to apply.
• Military service may qualify toward positions requiring criminal justice experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide security, care, and direct supervision of inmates/residents in a correctional facility.
• Supervise inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and during other facility activities.
• Maintain order and security in the correctional facility.
• Work assigned posts, which may include armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation.
• Employ weapons or force when necessary to maintain discipline and order.

Benefits

• Company-matched 401(k).
• Paid time off and federal holidays.
• Healthcare and wellness programs.
• Paid training and, where applicable, certifications; CoreCivic pays the cost of applicable state licensing.

What This Job Offers

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