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Lucas County Ohio

Corrections Officer

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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.

$52,406 / year median in Ohio

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Corrections Officer Lucas County Ohio - 5.0 Toledo, OH Job Details Full-time $21.69 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications Inmate crisis intervention techniques Correctional facility patrol procedures Cleaning and sanitation procedure implementation Serving Visitor query response Incident reporting compliance Correctional facility incident response Physical security log maintenance Correctional facility report writing Fire safety Facility security measures implementation Correctional facility access control procedures Inmate count and tracking procedures Intake Filing Client file management High school diploma or GED Transcription Providing care for residents Public safety procedures Hazardous material handling Cleaning Medication assistance Detainment procedures Telephone systems Multi-line phone systems Inmate behavior management techniques Accident reporting Physical security incident reporting Entry level
Full Job Description Job Title Job Description Administrative Duties:
Completes all reports, including incident reports, according to CTF policy. Logs security checks, incidents. Performs intake procedures for incoming residents familiarizing them with rules and regulations of the program, answering initial questions and addressing concerns. Documents all visitors of facility. Documents unusual resident behaviors, conditions, disciplinary violations. Reads log book on a daily basis and makes log entries in the log book, as needed. Files CTF and resident paperwork; enters paperwork into the computer. Facilitates resident health services. Operates multi line telephone system to receive, transfer, and log calls.
Monitoring/Security Duties:
Provides daily positive interaction with the resident population by serving as a positive role model with appropriate professional conduct, manners and appearance in accordance to the overall program treatment milieu. Supervises and maintains facility security and activity. Supervises facility visitation. Exchanges information with on-coming and departing shifts. Performs head counts and isolation checks per CTF policy. Participates in shakedown of facility. Performs strip searches and pat downs of residents and visitors, as needed. Performs perimeter checks of the facility. Checks property of residents. Fingerprints/processes new intakes. Distributes medication to residents. Facilitates groups (e.g. COG, 12 step). Operates intoxilizer; handles hazardous materials. Takes appropriate action in regard to fire drills. Performs weekend supervision, as assigned. Administers and documents resident alcohol testing. Executes procedures for resident intake, removal, termination, and escape AWOL. Documents, monitors, controls, and transcribes resident movements in the community. Monitors movement log for resident movement. Monitors in-house substance abuse meetings and church services. Monitors resident recreation. Responds appropriately to building safety and security needs. Responds to officer(s) backup calls which may require physically restraining an individual. Monitors new resident adjustment during and after intake. Monitors food service, medical service, and linen service to residents. Supervises meal service to residents, as assigned. Includes seating residents and monitoring food intake of residents on special/restricted diets. Monitors pantry when serving meals and assists in serving meals, as needed. Receives and distributes resident meals. Assigns random tasks to residents; supervises performance of working details. Educates on correct methods of cleaning and monitors for thoroughness of work. Counts and secures facility keys and floor head counts. Operates central control unit. Transports residents. Collects, documents, and maintains custody of resident urine samples. Collects and disburses resident correspondence. De-escalates potential verbal/physical altercations; imposes discipline on residents. Assists officers in completing assigned tasks. Job Info Job Identification 1404 Job Category Public Safety/Criminal Justice Degree Level High School Graduate Job Schedule Full time Locations 2001 E Central Ave, Toledo, OH, 43608, US Agency Correctional Treatment Facility Pay Ranges $21.69
Job Title Job Description Administrative Duties:
Completes all reports, including incident reports, according to CTF policy. Logs security checks, incidents. Performs intake procedures for incoming residents familiarizing them with rules and regulations of the program, answering initial questions and addressing concerns. Documents all visitors of facility. Documents unusual resident behaviors, conditions, disciplinary violations. Reads log book on a daily basis and makes log entries in the log book, as needed. Files CTF and resident paperwork; enters paperwork into the computer. Facilitates resident health services. Operates multi line telephone system to receive, transfer, and log calls.
Monitoring/Security Duties:
Provides daily positive interaction with the resident population by serving as a positive role model with appropriate professional conduct, manners and appearance in accordance to the overall program treatment milieu. Supervises and maintains facility security and activity. Supervises facility visitation. Exchanges information with on-coming and departing shifts. Performs head counts and isolation checks per CTF policy. Participates in shakedown of facility. Performs strip searches and pat downs of residents and visitors, as needed. Performs perimeter checks of the facility. Checks property of residents. Fingerprints/processes new intakes. Distributes medication to residents. Facilitates groups (e.g. COG, 12 step). Operates intoxilizer; handles hazardous materials. Takes appropriate action in regard to fire drills. Performs weekend supervision, as assigned. Administers and documents resident alcohol testing. Executes procedures for resident intake, removal, termination, and escape AWOL. Documents, monitors, controls, and transcribes resident movements in the community. Monitors movement log for resident movement. Monitors in-house substance abuse meetings and church services. Monitors resident recreation. Responds appropriately to building safety and security needs. Responds to officer(s) backup calls which may require physically restraining an individual. Monitors new resident adjustment during and after intake. Monitors food service, medical service, and linen service to residents. Supervises meal service to residents, as assigned. Includes seating residents and monitoring food intake of residents on special/restricted diets. Monitors pantry when serving meals and assists in serving meals, as needed. Receives and distributes resident meals. Assigns random tasks to residents; supervises performance of working details. Educates on correct methods of cleaning and monitors for thoroughness of work. Counts and secures facility keys and floor head counts. Operates central control unit. Transports residents. Collects, documents, and maintains custody of resident urine samples. Collects and disburses resident correspondence. De-escalates potential verbal/physical altercations; imposes discipline on residents. Assists officers in completing assigned tasks. Job Info Job Identification 1404 Job Category Public Safety/Criminal Justice Degree Level High School Graduate Job Schedule Full time Locations 2001 E Central Ave, Toledo, OH, 43608, US Agency Correctional Treatment Facility Pay Ranges $21.69 Government Careers Government jobs offer stability, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on your community and country. Whether you're starting your career or seeking new opportunities, these roles provide pathways for growth, security, and service. Explore positions across a wide range of fields and take the first step toward a rewarding future in public service. Show more Corrections Officer Lucas County Ohio Toledo, Ohio 43614
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Jul 09, 2026
Location:
Toledo,Ohio Full Time
CORRECTIONS
Public Safety