20 Best juvenile correctional officer jobs (Hiring Now!)

Correctional Officer Trainee
Nevada Department of Corrections —Ely, NV
As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must possess a valid driver's license. An Associate's Degree in corrections, criminal justice, or a…
Up to $82,434.24 a year
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitations —Susanville, CA
Additionally, must have no felony convictions and eligible to own/possess a firearm. Graduation from a U.S. high school, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S.…
Up to $111,000 a year
Correctional Officer - Bent County Correctional Facility
CoreCivic —Lamar, CO
Have a valid driver's license. Have a high school diploma, GED certification or equivalent. Paid Training and where applicable certifications.
From $24.49 an hour
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Correctional Officer
Virginia Department of Corrections —Chesapeake, VA
They interact with the visitors, staff, offenders and public to maintain orderly and secure operations. All applicants are subject to a background investigation…
$44,982 - $50,000 a year
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Correctional Officer - Bonne Terre
Missouri Department of Corrections —Festus, MO
We offer an array of benefits including 401(k) matching, dental and health insurance, flexible scheduling, paid time off, parental leave, professional…
$42,628.08 a year
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Juvenile Corrections Officer
Kansas Department of Corrections —Topeka, KS
Control items of a secure nature such as radios, tools, locks, keys, mechanical restraints, medical equipment and medication.
$41,870 a year
Juvenile Security Officer
OKCYC —Norman, OK
Our programs are community-based and provide therapeutic services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness, and an…
$20 - $24 an hour
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Correctional Officer - TDCJ Bartlett Unit
Texas Department of Criminal Justice —Bartlett, TX
The TDCJ is responsible for statewide criminal justice for adult offenders, including managing offenders in state prisons, state jails, and private correctional…
$3,722.82 - $4,664.05 a month
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Probation Officer
Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia —Clarksburg, WV
Minimum Qualifications*: The successful candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, psychology, counseling, corrections, social work, or a…
$48,644 - $54,656 a year
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Juvenile Detention Officer
OKCYC —Norman, OK
OKCYC provides residential treatment for at-risk youth. Assist in day-to-day activities of residential programming. Mentor youth in a positive manner.
$20 - $24 an hour
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Correctional Officer II
Mississippi State Personnel Board —Leake County, MS
Applicants to this position must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and shall have successfully completed the training program at the Mississippi Department…
$44,788.15 a year
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Correctional Officer
Winnebago County Sheriff's Department —Rockford, IL
Must possess a valid driver’s license upon which the applicant may legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Illinois. Must be at least 21 years of age.
$24.46 an hour
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Corrections Officer - Buckingham Correctional Center
Virginia Department of Corrections —Dillwyn, VA
_ The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to…
From $44,982 a year
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Certified Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician
Northstar VETS —Robbinsville, NJ
NorthStar VETS is looking for a Certified Rehabilitation Technician to help lead our skilled team of rehabilitation technicians and assistants! *Who we are.…
From $30 an hour
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Correctional Officer I - Entry level
Northern State Correctional Facility —Newport, VT
Degree in criminal justice or related field is helpful. Full-time entry level positions provide successful candidates with the opportunity to explore a broad…
From $20 an hour
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CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS
Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail —Charlottesville, VA
GED. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Supervises inmates telephone calls when required; To supervise the activities of large groups of inmates.
$49,782 a year
Juvenile Detention Officer
City of Lincoln & Lancaster County —Lincoln, NE
Qualifications: Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent supplemented by college coursework in criminal justice, human development or a related…
$24.13 - $32.01 an hour
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Correctional Officer
State of Vermont Department of Corrections —Saint Johnsbury, VT
Intensive training prepares entry level Correctional Officers for a career that blends security work, human services and leadership opportunities.
From $20.40 an hour
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U.S. Probation Officer
U.S. District Court - Ohio Southern —Dayton, OH
Assess level of risk and develop a blend of strategies for controlling and correcting risk management. Address substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence…
$72,123 - $117,260 a year
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Correctional Officer FCC Hazelton
Federal Bureau of Prisons —Bruceton Mills, WV
Incumbent must be flexible and have a broad knowledge base to use own initiative in the resolution of problem situations.
$61,000 - $73,000 a year
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Correctional Officer Trainee

Nevada Department of Corrections - Ely, NV

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Job Details

Full-time Up to $82,434.24 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
On-the-job training
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Military
Criminal Justice
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Corrections facility medical clinic
Associate's degree
Under 1 year

Full Job Description

The Position

Correctional Officers maintain and supervise offenders in State correctional facilities in a controlled humane environment. This position may be at a Maximum-Security Prison.

Incumbents receive structured classroom and on-the-job training in performing most of the duties described in the series concept. This is the trainee level in the series and incumbents progress to the next level in the series upon meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and the recommendation of the appointing authority.

Correctional Officers maintain and supervise inmates in state Correctional facilities in a controlled humane environment. This position will be at a Maximum-Security Prison. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. Minimum qualification is to list 2 years of your most recent full time or equivalent work history. Work history can be part time or full time work, military or college experience after high school graduation. Although 2 years is the minimum qualification, please list your most recent 10 years of work history and any additional correctional officer related experience. 1 to 2 weeks after your application has been verified you will be invited via email to the address you have on your application to a Physical Fitness testing date. If you pass all events then you will stay the remainder of the day to complete additional pre-hire activities to include background documents, a psychological test, an interview, drug test and fingerprinting. In order to qualify as a Correctional Officer (CO): non trainee - Promote Day After Hire: -Minimum Bachelors in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminology or Administration of Justice, or - AA + 6 months of experience as CO or - One year of experience as a CO in Correctional facility, or - 5 years as a Police officer. NOTE: As part of the selection process, the Nevada Department of Corrections will conduct:
1) POST physical fitness test which consists of a vertical jump of 15 inches, Agility run in 20.4 seconds, 20 push-ups (not timed), a 300 meter run in one minute fourteen seconds, and a 1.5 mile run/walk in 17 minutes 37 seconds.
2) Extensive background investigation.
3) Drug test
4) Medical Physical examination
5) Psychological examination
6) Correctional Officer Structured Interview

THESE POSITIONS ARE LOCATED IN ELY, NEVADA. If you are interested in a different location, please apply to their specific job announcements. Position Description Correctional Officers maintain and supervise inmates in state Correctional facilities in a controlled humane environment. This position may be at a Maximum-Security Prison. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. Minimum qualification is to list 2 years of your most recent full time or equivalent work history. Work history can be part time or full time work, military or college experience after high school graduation. Although 2 years is the minimum qualification, please list your most recent 10 years of work history and any additional correctional officer related experience. 1 month to 3 months after your application has been verified you will be invited to a Physical Fitness testing date. If you pass all events then you will stay the remainder of the day to complete additional pre-hire activities to include background documents, a psychological test, an interview and drug test. In order to qualify as a Correctional Officer (CO): non trainee - Promote Day After Hire:
-Minimum Bachelors in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminology or Administration of Justice, or
- AA + 6 months of experience as CO or
- One year of experience as a CO in Correctional facility, or
- 5 years as a Police officer.

To be hired as a correctional officer you must be fully vaccinated before first day of employment. NOTE: As part of the selection process, the Nevada Department of Corrections will conduct:
1) POST physical fitness test which consists of a vertical jump of 15 inches, Agility run in 20.4 seconds, 20 push-ups (not timed), a 300 meter run in one minute fourteen seconds, and a 1.5 mile run/walk in 17 minutes 37 seconds.
2) Extensive background investigation.
3) Drug test
4) Medical Physical examination
5) Psychological examination
6) Correctional Officer Structured Interview

The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:

Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Special Notes
An Associate's Degree in corrections, criminal justice, or a closely related field may be substituted for six months of the required journey level experience.
Special Requirements
As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be available to work any post/shift assignment.
A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant.
Applicants must be able to meet current Peace Officer Standard & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint an applicant for employment if they have been convicted of a DUI/DWI within seven years of their written application; or convicted of 2 or more DUI/DWI within their lifetime.
A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required.
The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint an applicant for employment if they have been terminated for cause (due to a conduct-related situation) from a department of local, state, or federal government.
The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint an applicant for employment if they have been discharged from military service other than honorably.
This position requires passing a strict annual physical examination in accordance with the provisions of the Heart/Lung Bills.
Must be a US citizen and 21 years of age at time of appointment.
The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense which would be a felony if committed in this state.
The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of any offense involving the illegal sale or manufacture of controlled substances.
The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have been convicted of domestic violence.
The Nevada Department of Corrections will not appoint a person to a law enforcement position if they have used any illegal controlled substance within one year of the date of application including prescription drugs not prescribed to them.
As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be willing to work overtime on short notice, as well as weekends and holidays.
As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be willing to be recalled on short notice, as well as weekends and holidays.
As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be willing to be placed on stand-by status if necessary.
As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must be willing to work variable schedules that may include 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts.
As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must pass all phases of orientation training.
As a condition of appointment and continuing employment, must possess a valid driver's license.

The ExaminationApplication Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $82,434.24 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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