Senior Correctional Officer

Core Civic

13h • $28 • Onsite

About The Position

At CoreCivic, employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism, and a responsibility to better the public good. CoreCivic is seeking a Senior Correctional Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. This role is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities served. The Senior Correctional Officer assists in the supervision of the administrative and operational security activities in a correctional facility. They directly supervise Correctional Officers assigned to the shift and provide for the protection of each inmate/resident and the preservation of their legal rights.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• Two years experience in a criminal justice field.
• Completion of basic pre-service officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• One year in a supervisory capacity (within the two years experience in a criminal justice field).

Responsibilities

• Provide general supervision of Correctional Officers and inmates/residents on the shift in the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by the facility and corporate policy.
• Conduct inspections of all housing and general use areas to ensure that proper standards, facility operating procedures and corporate guidelines of security, health, safety, sanitation and welfare are maintained; direct staff and inmate/resident resources to correct problems detected.
• Assist in supervising the internal and external security of the facility; routinely inspect posts to observe alertness of personnel and to confirm security is properly maintained at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees