Correctional Officer

Company: CoreCivic
Location: Richmond
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

$18.00 per hourAt CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Correctional Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

TheCorrectional Officer performs routine duties in accordance with establishedpolicies, regulations and procedures to maintain order and provide for thesecurity, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, atmeals, during recreation, on work assignments and during all other phases ofactivity in a correctional facility. Mayemploy weapons or force to maintain discipline and order.

• Responsible for maintaining order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.
• Able to work any shift, as you may be assigned to a variety of posts including, but not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, etc.
• CoreCivic recognizes your military service to qualify you for positions
  requiring criminal justice experience. Qualifications:
  • High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent required.
  • Once hired, must complete pre-service correctional officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Demonstrate the ability to complete any required training.
  • Must be available to work any hours, any shift.
  • Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran. Associated topics: correctional center, correctional officer, correctional specialist, detention officer, jail, jailer, parole probation officer, prison, rehabilitation, rehabilitation center

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