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State of Utah
Control Point Operator
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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.
$61,466 / year median in Utah
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Control Point Operator State of Utah
- 3.
- Full-Time Salary
- $22.39
- $ Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office
- In-Office / On-Site Recruiter
- Crystal Haywood | | 801-545-5532 Application Deadline
- 8/24/2026 Key Responsibilities The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking individuals for a Non-Certified Correctional Control Point Operator position at the Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake, UT.
Job Description:
1. Maintains security and surveillance over institutional access, egress, program activities, and other activities. 2. Monitors schedules. 3. Monitors and controls access of staff, visitors and inmates through the use of video monitors, audio communications and operation of electronic doors. 4. Assure compliance with overall facility security procedures in an electronic control center, including security equipment and override systems. 5. Adherence to safety and security guidelines, policies and practices while working in and around a correctional institution environment.Job Duties/Task:
1) Coordinates activities with institutional needs and enforces security regulations on property. 2) Maintains accurate records and logs. 3) Provides immediate response by notifying officers through radio transmission when there has been a critical incident. Helps coordinate resolution by answering phones, relaying information to officers and ensuring resources are being sent to appropriate places. 4) Monitors the movement and activities of inmates as well as visitors entering and leaving the facility including law enforcement and other agency personnel, visitors, and the general public.NOTE:
This job is NOT public safety certified, and does not require peace officer status or certification. This position will require a successful criminal background check.Why You Should Join Our Team:
Besides working with a dedicated team of professionals who are dedicated to ensuring the public's safety, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer. We also provide a generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance. About the Role Location- 1480 N 8000 W Salt Lake City, UT, 84116 United States Background Check Required
- A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required. Drug Test Required
- Yes Schedule Code
- B•Competitive Career Service Why You Should Join Our Team In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential.