Correctional Officer - Rome, United States - FLOYD COUNTY

Description

Floyd County is looking for Correctional Officers

The purpose of this classification is to maintain the safety, security, control, and welfare of persons incarcerated in the Floyd County Prison.

Responsibilities

Supervises and controls offenders within the institution.
Maintains security of institutions and grounds, including observing and searching for contraband.
Supervises offenderactivities and movements.
Assists in dispensing medication to offenders.
Settles disputes between offenders.
Assists in offendercounts.

Checks doors for security; inspects for unusual, illegal, or unsafe activity and emergencies; conducts shakedowns to seize contraband material and weapons.

Assists in processing offenders in and out.
Directs work of trustees; operates lock systems.
Monitors offenders' movement within the institution.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.
No felony convictions or misdemeanors to establish a pattern of disregard for the law.
Must be fingerprinted, and a search made of local, state, and national files to disclose any criminal records.
Ability to be Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified within twelve (12) months of hire.
Will be required to attend five (5) weeks of training at the Georgia Department of Corrections Training Center.
Must possess a valid driver's license.