Corrections Officer - J15130 - 37200

Nueces County

Multiple Locations, US
$23.19 hourly; $51,852.84 - $56,727.32 annual; not...
Maintain control in stressful situations
Communicate with diverse groups
Observe inmates and monitor
The primary purpose of the Corrections Officer position is to guard, observe and transport inmates, enforcing rules and ensuring safety

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of the Corrections Officer position is to guard, observe and transport inmates, enforcing rules and ensuring safety.
  • Essential duties include booking, classifying, transferring, and releasing inmates, conducting inspections, and intervening in crisis situations.
  • This position requires a current Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Jailers License (TCOLE) and completion of field training.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of the Corrections Officer position is to guard, observe and transport inmates, enforcing rules and ensuring safety.

Salary

$23.19 Hourly; $51,852.84 - $56,727.32 Annual; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintain control in stressful situations
  • Communicate with diverse groups
  • Observe inmates and monitor
  • Work with moving mechanical parts
  • Handle potential exposure to hazards

Nice-to-have

  • Provide informal counseling to inmates
  • Assist with inmate personal needs

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Citizen of the United States
  • Current Texas Jailer License (TCOLE)
  • Pass Law Enforcement Civil Service Exam
  • Eighteen years of age

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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