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Correctional Ofc 1 (*Dodge County)

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Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Georgia Department of - DBHDD

Any given position will close when we determine an adequate candidate pool has been received.

Shift:  7pm-7am

Location:  Eastman, GA (Dodge County)

Job Summary:

Under supervision, maintains custody and security of prisoners and other incarcerated offenders and maintains order in correctional institutions and other places of detention.

Job Description:

  • Enforces all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.
  • Enforces rules, regulations, and state laws necessary for control and management of offenders and the maintenance of public safety.
  • Escorts offenders in transit and during temporary leaves.
  • Guards facility entrances in order to screen visitors. 
  • Inspects, inventories, maintains physical control of, logs keys, tools, weapons and related equipment. 
  • Maintains order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies and laws.
  • Observes conduct and behavior of offenders to prevent disturbances and escapes.
  • Oversees offenders during work assignments, meals, and recreation periods.
  • Patrols assigned areas and report any problems.
  • Prepares admission, program, releases, transfers and other reports.
  • Responds to emergencies.
  • Takes offenders in custody and escort to locations within and outside of the facility.
  • Transports offenders to and from correctional facilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Georgia P.O.S.T. certification as a corrections officer or jailer preferred, with status of Active and In Good Standing.

Benefits

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We are a Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.   

 

*Additional Information - Selected applicant must meet the following standards:

 

1.     Must pass a pre-employment background check (which includes criminal records check, driver's history, and verification of work history) and a post-hire federal background investigation.

2.     Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and will be placed in the pool for the State Random Drug Testing Program.

3.     Eligible to work in the U.S.

4.     Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. 

**High School and College Degrees Must Be From an Accredited Institution** 

High school diploma or GED AND any combination of training and experience which would enable the applicant to meet the minimum standards of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.).

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