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BURNET COUNTY

Burnet County Corrections Officer

Pay: Not specified
Posted: 1 week ago
Location: Burnet, TX (Onsite)
Last Updated: 5 days ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/12/2026

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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.

$51,431 / year median in Texas

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary Burnet County is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Jail Facility Officer. This position is responsible for the supervision, safety, and security of inmates housed at the Burnet County Jail facility.
Primary Responsibilities:
Supervise and monitor inmates to maintain safety and security within the facilityEnforce facility rules and regulationsConduct regular inspections of the facilityRespond to emergencies and incidents within the facilityMaintain accurate records and prepare reports as requiredTransport inmates as neededCommunicate effectively with inmates, staff, and the publicPerform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED requiredValid Texas Driver's License requiredMust be able to pass a thorough background checkMust be able to pass a psychological evaluationMust be able to work nights, weekends, and holidaysMust be at least 18 years of ageNo felony convictions
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in a correctional facilityTexas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certificationFirst Aid/CPR certificationBurnet County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Federal and State laws prohibit discrimination in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description Burnet County is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Jail Facility Officer. This position is responsible for the supervision, safety, and security of inmates housed at the Burnet County Jail facility.
Primary Responsibilities:
Supervise and monitor inmates to maintain safety and security within the facilityEnforce facility rules and regulationsConduct regular inspections of the facilityRespond to emergencies and incidents within the facilityMaintain accurate records and prepare reports as requiredTransport inmates as neededCommunicate effectively with inmates, staff, and the publicPerform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED requiredValid Texas Driver's License requiredMust be able to pass a thorough background checkMust be able to pass a psychological evaluationMust be able to work nights, weekends, and holidaysMust be at least 18 years of ageNo felony convictions
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in a correctional facilityTexas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certificationFirst Aid/CPR certificationBurnet County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Federal and State laws prohibit discrimination in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance