Job Title: Correctional Officer I - Entry-Level
Northern State Correctional Facility is hiring Correctional Officers for a 420-bed minimum/medium security male detention center located in Newport, Vermont in a continuous recruitment campaign. Candidates will be trained in the custody and supervision of inmates. Full-time entry level positions provide successful candidates with the opportunity to explore a broad range of growth opportunities within the Department of Corrections.
Correctional Officer Qualification:
- Education and Experience: High School Degree or equivalent
- Degree in criminal justice or related field is helpful.
- Adequate physical condition to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Correctional Officer Responsibilities / Duties:
- Responsible for the supervision, custody, treatment, and training of inmates confined in a correctional facility.
- Duties are performed under the supervision of higher-ranking staff and in accordance with operational procedures of the assigned facility.
- All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strength-based relationships and results orientation.
Correctional Officer Benefits:
- Uniforms and equipment provided
- Benefits include a generous leave package, continuous wage advancement
- Health insurance, free dental and pension
Northern State Correctional Facility offers multiple promotional opportunities including; Correctional Officer II, Correctional Services Specialist, Living Unit Supervisor, Correctional Facility Shift Supervisor, Security and Operations Supervisor, Probation Officer, Community Correctional Officer and many more! We also offer multiple special teams opportunities such as: Special Response Team, Crisis Intervention, Honor Guard and Peer Support!
Northern State Correctional Facility also offers yearly pay increases. New applicants are receiving pay increases after the completion of a 6 month probation to $20.96 per hour.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newport, VT 05855: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person