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Correctional Officer Trainee (Minimum Security)
Alabama Department of CorrectionsBirmingham, AL, USAUnarmed Security Officer
Weiser Security Services IncBirmingham, AL, USSecurity Officer | Full Time
Medical WestBessemer, AL, USInformation System Security Officer (ISSO)
Armada LtdStatewide, AL, USA- Promoted
- New!
SECURITY OFFICER - UNARMED
Brosnan Risk ConsultantsMountain Brook, AL, United StatesSECURITY OFFICER
UABBirmingham, Alabama, USSecurity Officer
Allied UniversalBirmingham, AL, USArmed Security Officer
SecuritasBessemer, AL, United StatesUnarmed Security Officer
ProsegurBirmingham, Alabama, United States of AmericaSecurity Officer
Signal SecurityBirmingham, AL, US- Promoted
Information System Security Officer
VirtualVocationsBirmingham, Alabama, United StatesPatrol Officer - Security
DSI Security ServicesBirmingham, Alabama, United States of AmericaSecurity Officer
AscensionBirmingham, Alabama, United StatesSecurity Officer
Childrens Hospital of BirminghamBirmingham, Alabama, United States, 35203Security Officer
SignalBirmingham, AL, USInformation Security Officer
Gainwell Technologies LLCAny city, AL, US- Promoted
Security Officer
InsideHigherEdBirmingham, AlabamaUnarmed Security Officer
Weiser SecurityBirmingham, Alabama, United States, 35213Correctional Officer Trainee (Minimum Security)
Alabama Department of CorrectionsBirmingham, AL, USA- Quick Apply
Salary Information
50,712.00 - $55,855.20 Annually
25.37 - $28.22 Hourly
PLUS earn up to 27% in salary increases during the first 18 months of employment!
General Overview
The Correctional Officer Trainee is an entry-level, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). Employees serve a critical role in the overall success of the ADOC by performing correctional work in state prisons by overseeing the custody, rehabilitation, and reentry of inmates. Correctional officers participate in the custody, transport, detention, treatment, and rehabilitation of adult inmates in correctional institutions following ADOC administrative regulations and job specific training. Correctional officers must be alert, decisive, demonstrate good judgment, and serve the citizens of the State of Alabama honor and integrity.
Responsibilities of a Correctional Officer (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)
- Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
- Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
- Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
- Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
- Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
- Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
- Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
- Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
- Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
- Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
NOTE : Applicants previously certified by APOSTC are not required to take the BAT, provided they have been active within the last ten (10) years.
Special Requirements
Benefits
Subsistence Pay
Retirement
Low Cost Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
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