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CDOC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I - Northeastern Region/ Sterling and Limon State of Colorado

$4,839–$6,775

Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics; Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics; Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist; Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down; Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows; Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows; Swing a baton in a striking technique; Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic; Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions; Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment; Must be willing and able to work all shifts, doubles, weekends and holidays. pepper spray); Ability to learn to operate communications equipment in a professional manner (e.g., two-way radio, telephone switchboard, public address equipment); Ability to seize, hold, grasp and turn objects; Willingness to follow chain of command and established safety and security protocols; Ability to quickly respond to emergencies (such as fights, medical emergencies, fires or escapes); Ability to use physical force to control a situation; Ability to climb stairs and walk on hard surfaces throughout shift; Willingness and ability to work outside during inclement weather; Willingness and ability to adhere to the CDOC Drug Deterrence Program.

30+ days ago

CDOC Correctional Officer I - Rifle and Delta State of Colorado

Delta, CO

$4,839–$6,775

30+ days ago

Correctional Officer I (Northeast Correctional Complex) State of Vermont

Conviction History Requirements: Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment. As a Correctional Officer it is important to understand that one of the essential tasks associated with the job is the ability to don a self-contained breathing apparatus and perform evacuation procedures, potentially including search and rescue functions.

30+ days ago

CONTRACTUAL CORRECTIONAL OFFICER II (Central Region Transportation CO II) State of Maryland

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. Â· Arrest Records - No felony convictions;Â No misdemeanor convictions within five (5) years; No probations before judgement or parole and probation within five (5) years;Â Must not currently be on parole or probation; No civil drug convictions within three (3) years.Â.

25 days ago

Correctional Food Service Officer (Wake) State of North Carolina

Warren County, North Carolina

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operations, or as a Correctional Officer. High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operations, or as a Correctional Officer.

30+ days ago

Full Time Correctional Officer Outagamie County, WI

Appleton, WI

$27.71–$29.40 / hour

Monthly annuity payments at retirement are calculated using years of creditable service, average earnings (based on three highest years of earnings), formula factors, age at retirement and selected annuity option. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities.

30+ days ago

Correctional Officer II Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Middleton, MA

Incumbents of positions in this area maintain care and custody of inmates detained or sentenced to the Essex County Correctional Facility, ensuring that established policies and procedures are followed; supervise their occupational, vocational, and recreational activities; patrol correctional facilities; observe conduct and behavior of inmates; investigate suspicious inmate activity; and perform related work as required. '',''Correction Officer II'',''Correction Officer II'',''United States-Massachusetts-Middleton-20 Manning Ave'',''United States-Massachusetts-Middleton-20 Manning Ave'',''Public Safety'',''Public Safety'',''Sheriff''s Dept Essex'',''Sheriff''s Dept Essex'',''Full-time'',''Full-time'',''Day'',''Day'',''Jul 14, 2026, 10:18:49 AM'',''Jul 14, 2026, 10:18:49 AM'',''1'',''1'',''66,367.84'',''66,367.84'',''66,367.84'',''Yearly'',''Deana

30+ days ago

CDOC Correctional Officer I - Ark Valley Correctional Facility State of Colorado

Crowley, CO

$4,839–$6,775

of force constantly to move objects CLIMBING: Ascending or descending using feet and legs, and/or hands and arms (body agility is emphasized) BALANCING: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing feats of agility STOOPING: Bending body downward and forward; this factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles KNEELING: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on one (1) knee or knees CROUCHING: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine CRAWLING: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet REACHING: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction HANDLING: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands (fingers are involved only to the extend that they are the extension of the hand) FINGERING: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling FEELING: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips TALKING: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; I acknowledge. pepper spray); Ability to learn to operate communications equipment in a professional manner (e.g., two-way radio, telephone switchboard, public address equipment); Ability to seize, hold, grasp and turn objects; Willingness to follow chain of command and established safety and security protocols; Ability to quickly respond to emergencies (such as fights, medical emergencies, fires or escapes); Ability to use physical force to control a situation; Ability to climb stairs and walk on hard surfaces throughout shift; Willingness and ability to work outside during inclement weather; Willingness and ability to adhere to the CDOC Drug Deterrence Program.

30+ days ago

WFSE 4.7 TRANSFER | COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS OFFICER 2 State of Washington

Seattle, WA

$5,948–$7,994

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position.

2 days ago

COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS OFFICER 2 - Pierce Co. SAU North (WFSE Internal Transfer Only) State of Washington

Tacoma, WA

$5,948–$7,994

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. In accordance with WFSE Section 2 Supplemental DOC Article 4.7 of the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) 2025-2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), this job opening is available to internal transfer candidates ONLY.

3 days ago

WFSE 4.7 Transfer | Community Corrections Officer 2 (CCO2) REENTRY State of Washington

Longview, WA

$5,948–$7,994

3 days ago

Corrections and Custody Officer 1 (CO2), Washington Corrections Center for Women State of Washington

Gig Harbor, WA

$37.08–$42.97 / hour

Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society. To qualify at the Corrections and Custody Officer 2 (CO2) level you must meet the following qualifications: One year of experience as a Department of Corrections (DOC) Corrections and Custody Officer, which includes successful completion of the CORE (Academy) and the Correctional Officer Field Training Program.

10 days ago

Correctional Officer 1 (CO2), Clallam Bay and Olympic Correction Centers State of Washington

$6,452–$7,476

To qualify at the Corrections and Custody Officer 2 (CO2) level you must meet the following qualifications: One year of experience as a Department of Corrections (DOC) Corrections and Custody Officer, which includes successful completion of the CORE (Academy) and the Correctional Officer Field Training Program. Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.

10 days ago

Deputy Sheriff & Corrections Officer Positions Wasatch County

Heber City, UT

Full time
Quick Apply

For more information and to apply: Sheriff's Office Employment Site (https://docs.wasatch.utah.gov/AppNet/UnityForm.aspx?d1=AbXdv4UVsDa%2bWlWs0mOgS%2bU24z83nXAjWuBkqpO3DWrGCqmSmj9FtW8fqQRDh3AkEtCDjk0KY62rii6ot2%2bHtAqOX%2fbg2%2bicu7GSWqt8r%2bYYiJjtRZjfEPU1YkMx3YywveUpWZMLjOBH6ot0yPboLOrrOsu1D2x0CUW%2b2p3pOeIN%2flIvkv%2ftj6rsNYLlE1P09gkOPkD467om6ak0OYfcCe%2begGIX8cYKcv9m%2f8NosiTPrKANEvyqE21l3OK%2b6iSGfBjZpge3UgDtuAarv7zBXiw%3d) or select "Apply for this Position" in the upper right corner. The Wasatch County Deputy Sheriff Merit Commission announces recruitment with testing pending for the purpose of establishing a hiring roster as the Sheriff's Office regularly has openings for the positions of Deputy Sheriff and Corrections Officer.

30+ days ago

Correctional Officer Washington County, MN

Stillwater, MN

$32.26–$38.55 / hour

Supervise inmates in housing units; instructs inmates in housekeeping and sanitation; enforces rules, observes behaviors and documents inmates behavior; maintains and updates records on inmates, including logs, incidents, profile information, and forms; Maintain proper security of inmates being transported; ensures that all transportation orders are completed accurately and signed by the appropriate authority; institutes proper restraints as appropriate for inmates custody classification; check transportation vehicles before and after transport; Answer questions of the public, law enforcement officials, other departments and inmates in accordance with the Data Practices Act and County policy; Respond to emergency situations in the jail, such as medical, weather, fire emergencies and inmate disturbances; acts in accordance with policy and procedure notifies proper authorities; administer basic first aid as necessary; Work auxiliary posts in the jail: Laundry, Juvenile and Office Support, Trustee supervisor; Operate all jail equipment properly; inventories all security items and equipment during a shift; Follow the lawful directives of supervisors. Deescalate disturbances and altercations in the Jail; Record appropriate court data accurately and concisely regarding the status of persons in custody, sentencing orders and other information on persons being sentenced; Act as liaison between programs, probation officers, nurses, building services, crew leaders and the Jail; may be called to testify in court; Ensure the safety and security of visitors, staff, and contractors; Makes well-being checks of housing units and work areas and initiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals; maintain control and discipline including use of physical restraint and restraining devices and professional communication techniques.

17 days ago

CDOC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I- Canon Facilities State of Colorado

Canon City, CO

$4,839–$6,775

30+ days ago

CDOC Correctional Officer I - Buena Vista State of Colorado

Buena Vista, CO

$4,839–$6,775

30+ days ago

CDOC Correctional Officer 1 - Trinidad Correctional Facility State of Colorado

$4,839–$6,775

of force constantly to move objects CLIMBING: Ascending or descending using feet and legs, and/or hands and arms (body agility is emphasized) BALANCING: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing feats of agility STOOPING: Bending body downward and forward; this factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles KNEELING: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on one (1) knee or knees CROUCHING: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine CRAWLING: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet REACHING: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction HANDLING: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands (fingers are involved only to the extend that they are the extension of the hand) FINGERING: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling FEELING: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips TALKING: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; I Acknowledge. pepper spray); Ability to learn to operate communications equipment in a professional manner (e.g., two-way radio, telephone switchboard, public address equipment); Ability to seize, hold, grasp and turn objects; Willingness to follow chain of command and established safety and security protocols; Ability to quickly respond to emergencies (such as fights, medical emergencies, fires or escapes); Ability to use physical force to control a situation; Ability to climb stairs and walk on hard surfaces throughout shift; Willingness and ability to work outside during inclement weather; Willingness and ability to adhere to the CDOC Drug Deterrence Program.

20 days ago

CDOC Temporary Aide - Sterling Correctional Officer I State of Colorado

Sterling, CO

of force constantly to move objects CLIMBING: Ascending or descending using feet and legs, and/or hands and arms (body agility is emphasized) BALANCING: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing feats of agility STOOPING: Bending body downward and forward; this factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles KNEELING: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on one (1) knee or knees CROUCHING: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine CRAWLING: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet REACHING: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction HANDLING: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands (fingers are involved only to the extend that they are the extension of the hand) FINGERING: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling FEELING: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips TALKING: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; I Acknowledge. Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics; Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics; Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist; Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down; Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows; Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows; Swing a baton in a striking technique; Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic; Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions; Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment; Must be willing and able to work all shifts, doubles, weekends and holidays.

30+ days ago

Correctional Food Service Officer (Tabor CI) State of North Carolina

Montgomery County, North Carolina

30+ days ago

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Prison Guard Jobs in the United States

CDOC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I - Northeastern Region/ Sterling and Limon State of Colorado

CDOC Correctional Officer I - Rifle and Delta State of Colorado

Correctional Officer I (Northeast Correctional Complex) State of Vermont

CONTRACTUAL CORRECTIONAL OFFICER II (Central Region Transportation CO II) State of Maryland

Correctional Food Service Officer (Wake) State of North Carolina

Full Time Correctional Officer Outagamie County, WI

Correctional Officer II Commonwealth of Massachusetts

CDOC Correctional Officer I - Ark Valley Correctional Facility State of Colorado

WFSE 4.7 TRANSFER | COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS OFFICER 2 State of Washington

COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS OFFICER 2 - Pierce Co. SAU North (WFSE Internal Transfer Only) State of Washington

WFSE 4.7 Transfer | Community Corrections Officer 2 (CCO2) REENTRY State of Washington

Corrections and Custody Officer 1 (CO2), Washington Corrections Center for Women State of Washington

Correctional Officer 1 (CO2), Clallam Bay and Olympic Correction Centers State of Washington

Deputy Sheriff & Corrections Officer Positions Wasatch County

Correctional Officer Washington County, MN

CDOC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I- Canon Facilities State of Colorado

CDOC Correctional Officer I - Buena Vista State of Colorado

CDOC Correctional Officer 1 - Trinidad Correctional Facility State of Colorado

CDOC Temporary Aide - Sterling Correctional Officer I State of Colorado

Correctional Food Service Officer (Tabor CI) State of North Carolina

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