Senior Correctional Officer

CoreCivic • Nicholls, GA

20h

About The Position

CoreCivic is seeking a Senior Correctional Officer to assist with supervising administrative and operational security activities in a correctional facility. The role directly supervises Correctional Officers assigned to the shift and helps protect inmates’ and residents’ safety and legal rights. The Senior Correctional Officer provides general supervision of staff and inmates/residents during the shift, evaluates staff as prescribed by facility and corporate policy, inspects housing and general-use areas, directs resources to address issues, and helps supervise internal and external facility security.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in a criminal justice field; experience preferably includes one year in a supervisory capacity. Additional education may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Completion of basic pre-service officer training.
• Where applicable, a non-commissioned security officer license in the state of employment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide general supervision of Correctional Officers and inmates/residents on the shift and evaluate staff as prescribed by facility and corporate policy.
• Inspect housing and general-use areas to ensure standards and operating procedures for security, health, safety, sanitation, and welfare are maintained.
• Direct staff and inmate/resident resources to correct problems identified during inspections.
• Assist in supervising the internal and external security of the facility.
• Routinely inspect posts to observe personnel alertness and confirm that security is properly maintained.

What This Job Offers

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