GCI CORRECTION OFFICER

GCI CORRECTION OFFICER – Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC)Join to apply for the GCI CORRECTION OFFICER role at Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC).Are You Ready?We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you'll ever find with a work family that is second to none!What You'll DoMaintain control of the institution to provide for safety and security of the facility, inmates, staff, and general public by enforcing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.Supervise and direct inmate activity in assigned areas of the facility/institution.Assure the assigned area is clean, safe, and secure.Monitor and operate security controls, equipment, and computers.Operate automotive vehicles in perimeter security and the transportation of inmates.Conduct inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.Complete required reports and serve on committees.Prevent escapes or incidents that threaten security.When necessary, use physical force, unarmed self‑defense, firearms, or other force to detain or secure inmates.Newly hired Correction Officer will begin at step 1 ($24.16 per hour) and move to step 2 ($24.86 per hour) after six months of employment.Earn an additional $0.60 per hour working the 2nd or 3rd shift.QualificationsHigh school diploma or G.E.D.; must have a valid driver's license for positions assigned to the transportation section, or possess a commercial driver's license (CDL) to operate commercial vehicles.Applicants must pass the correction officer assessment or have completed it within the past 24 months; alternatively, current ODRC employees who have previously been certified as a correction officer may apply.Probationary period of 365 days.Job SkillsCorrectionsCommunicationsCriminology/Criminal JusticeLaw EnforcementSecurityEthics and ValuesListeningObservationSituational AwarenessTeamworkOrganizationRehabilitation & Correction – Grafton Correctional Institution.Agency Contact InformationDRC.GCIRecruit@drc.ohio.gov / 440‑535‑1026 / lekisha.starks@drc.ohio.govAdditional DetailsUnposting Date: OngoingWork Location: Grafton Correctional InstitutionPrimary Location: United States of America‑OHIO‑Lorain County‑GraftonSchedule: Full‑timeUnion: OCSEA#J-18808-Ljbffr

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