Correctional Officer Careers

Correctional Officers

Supervise offender work details

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Correctional Officers

Monitor and regulate offender and staff movement

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Correctional Officers

Maintain and record offender counts, cell assignments and other relevant information

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Correctional Officers

Escort offenders inside and outside the facility

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Correctional Officers

Use and maintain keys and other equipment

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Correctional Officers

Search offenders, visitors, cells and other areas for weapons and contraband

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Correctional Officer Benefits

  • Stable Income: Entry-level starting salary - $33,130 (guaranteed salary increases for first 6 years every July 1st; other raises contingent on state budget)* see step-plan below
  • Health Insurance: starting at $25 per month
  • Paid Time Off: 14 days vacation and 12 days sick leave annually, unused rollover accrues
*Click Here for Step-Pay Chart
  • Shift Premium and Overtime Pay
  • Retirement: State pension fund
  • Training Opportunities: To advance your career

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