Correctional Officer

Core Civic • Tutwiler, MS

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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. The officer may need to employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order.

Officers must be available for any hours and shifts and may be assigned to posts such as armory/key control, housing units, the kitchen, medical areas, or visitation. CoreCivic provides paid training and, where applicable, pays the cost of state licensing as a non-commissioned security officer. 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 required training.
• Availability to work any hours and any shift.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Where applicable, hold a non-commissioned security officer license issued by 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 during meals, recreation, work assignments, and other facility activities.
• Maintain order and security in a correctional facility.
• Work assigned posts, which may include armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, or 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.

What This Job Offers

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