CSM Correctional Officer 1 - Hays State Prison

Georgia Department of Corrections•Trion, GA

1d•$50,386•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Officer 1 maintains custody and security of prisoners and other incarcerated offenders, maintains order in correctional institutions and other places of detention, and supports public safety. The role enforces institutional policies, rules, procedures, regulations, and state laws; escorts and transports offenders; screens facility visitors; monitors offenders during work, meals, and recreation; and patrols assigned areas. Officers also maintain control and records of keys, tools, weapons, and related equipment, prepare reports, and respond to emergencies. The position is located at Hays State Prison in Trion, Georgia. The starting salary is $50,386 per year, with a salary increase after six months and a promotion and another increase at the 12-month mark. The Georgia Department of Corrections operates secure facilities and provides opportunities for offender rehabilitation. Its stated mission is to protect Georgians by operating secure facilities and providing opportunities for offender rehabilitation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Any combination of training and experience that would enable the applicant to meet the minimum standards of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.).

Responsibilities

Enforce institutional policies, rules, procedures, regulations, and state laws related to offender management and public safety.
Escort offenders in transit and during temporary leaves, and take offenders into custody and escort them to locations inside and outside the facility.
Screen visitors at facility entrances.
Handle and train canines for tracking, search and rescue, guard duty, and contraband detection.
Inspect, inventory, maintain physical control of, and log keys, tools, weapons, and related equipment.
Maintain order, discipline, and security within assigned areas.
Observe offender conduct and behavior to prevent disturbances and escapes.
Oversee offenders during work assignments, meals, and recreation periods.
Patrol assigned areas and report problems.
Prepare admission, program, release, transfer, and other reports.
Respond to emergencies.
Transport offenders to and from correctional facilities.