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Dodge State Prison
Correctional Officer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Job Description
Under supervision, maintains custody and security of prisoners and other incarcerated offenders, and maintains order in a correctional institution, and other places of detention. Enforces rules, regulations, and state laws necessary for control and transit and during temporary leaves. Guards facility entrances in order to screen visitors. Handles and trains canines for tracking, search and rescue, guard duty, and detection of contraband. Inspects, inventories, maintains physical control of, logs, keys, tools, areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies, and laws. Observes conduct and behavior of offenders, to prevent disturbances and escapes. Oversees offenders during work assignments, meals, and recreation periods. Patrols assigned areas and report any problems. Prepares admission, program, releases, transfers, and other reports. Responds to emergencies. Takes offenders in custody, and escort to locations within and outside of the facility.
Job requirements:
- Applicants must have at least a High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- Applicants must be at least 18
- Applicants must hold a Regular driving license
- A criminal background check will be required on applicants
- Must pass the POST entrance exam Job salary and benefits:
- Working days vary between weekdays and weekends
- Normal work shifts: Varies
- The hours for this role are Full-time, Permanent
- Leave benefits include Vacation/paid time off and Sick
- Retirement benefits include Pension plan and 401K
- Insurance benefits include
Dental, Health, Life and Vision Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$45,806.00 - $55,521.00 per yearWork Location:
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What they do
A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$52,606 / year median in Georgia
+5% projected growth