Correctional Officer

Core Civic • Youngstown, OH

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About The Position

The Correctional Officer provides security, care, and direct supervision of inmates or residents in housing units, during meals and recreation, on work assignments, and throughout other activities in a correctional facility. The role is responsible for maintaining order and security and may require the use of weapons or force to maintain discipline and order. Officers may be assigned to a variety of posts, including armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation. Employees must be available to work any hours and any shift. CoreCivic provides paid training and, where applicable, pays the cost of state-required non-commissioned security officer licensing. Veterans are encouraged to apply, and military service may qualify applicants for positions requiring criminal justice experience.

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.
• Where applicable, obtain a non-commissioned security officer license in the state of employment; CoreCivic pays the cost.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide security, care, and direct supervision of inmates or residents in housing units and throughout facility activities.
• Maintain order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.
• Work assigned posts, which may include armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, or visitation.
• Use weapons or force when necessary to maintain discipline and order.

Benefits

• Company-matched 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Federal holidays
• Healthcare and wellness programs
• Paid training
• Where applicable, paid certification costs

What This Job Offers

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