What does a Correctional Officer do?
From 77 current Correctional Officer postings that list skills.
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What the job involves
- Supervise inmates in housing units, at meals, and during recreation periods.
- Patrol the facility to observe inmate activities and movements.
- Search inmates and living areas for contraband or unauthorized items.
- Enforce institutional rules and regulations for the inmate population.
- Escort inmates to work sites and other locations as assigned.
- Conduct headcounts and maintain accurate log books and records.
- Inspect facilities for safety hazards and unauthorized objects.
- Maintain order and discipline during daily activities and programs.
Summed up from 10 recent Correctional Officer job postings.
Skills employers ask for
- Self-Defense 6 in 10 postings
- Law Enforcement 4 in 10 postings
- Firearm Operation 2 in 10 postings
- Key Control 1 in 10 postings
- Human Capital Management 1 in 10 postings
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Certifications and licenses
- Driver's License 4 in 10 postings
- FDLE Certification 1 in 40 postings
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Education asked for
- High school diploma or GED 8 in 10 postings
- Associate degree 1 in 25 postings
- Bachelor's degree 2 in 10 postings
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Is this role in demand?
62 open Correctional Officer jobs across the US right now.
Most openings
- Oklahoma10 open
- Arizona5 open
- Colorado5 open
- Ohio5 open
- Pennsylvania4 open