Join a Noble Cause! Launch Your Career in Criminal Justice as a Correctional Officer

Position: Correctional Officer

Facility: East Mississippi Correctional Facility

Location: 10641 US-80, Meridian, MS 39307

Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour

Work Schedule: Full-time; 12-hour shift (day & night, 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am)

Benefits: Embark on a journey with us and enjoy competitive wages, affordable health, dental, and prescription drug insurance, education and tuition assistance, paid time off and paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, and the profound opportunity to make a positive impact every day.

Position Summary: As a Correctional Officer at East Mississippi Correctional Facility, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the safety and discipline of inmates, upholding American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC), and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough searches to prevent contraband entry and ensure security.
• Oversee, count, and supervise inmates in various areas, including housing and work environments.
• Maintain custody and security of inmates, including vigilant observation.
• Perform security duties in assigned areas with precision and dedication.
• Read, review, and apply information from inmate records to ensure health, safety, and facility security.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records, forms, and reports to comply with regulations.
• Demonstrate flexibility by working overtime when required.
• Foster positive social skills among inmates by modeling appropriate behavior and intervening when necessary.
• Uphold accountability for staff, inmates, and property while strictly adhering to safety practices.

Education Requirements:

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Preferred high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license in Mississippi or Alabama with an acceptable driving record (unless waived by management).
• Successful completion of annual in-service training requirements.

Embark on a fulfilling career where you contribute to community safety and positively impact the lives of those within our correctional facility. No prior experience is necessary -- we provide comprehensive paid training for enthusiastic individuals ready to embrace this unique opportunity. Join our team at East Mississippi Correctional Facility, where every day brings a chance to make a real difference!