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Correctional Officer

CoreCivic

Youngstown, OHJob$24.11/hrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$24.11/hr
Location
Youngstown, OH
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

CoreCivic is hiring a Correctional Officer. CoreCivic is immediately hiring a Correctional Officer to provide security, care, and direct supervision of inmates/residents in a correctional facility. This role involves maintaining order and security across various posts, including housing units, kitchens, and medical areas. The position requires a deep sense of service and high standards of professionalism.

Key focus areas include Provide for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents, Maintain order and security of inmates in a correctional facility, and Employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, GED Certification, and Valid Driver's License.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED Certification or EquivalentValid Driver's LicenseAbility to Complete Any Required TrainingAvailable to Work Any Hours, Any ShiftMust Be 18+

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance

Full job description

$24.11 per hour

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are hiring immediately for a Correctional Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. As a CoreCivic employee, you can expect:

  • Company matched 401K

  • Paid time off and federal holidays

  • Healthcare and wellness programs

  • Paid Training and where applicable certifications

The Correctional Officer provides for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments and during all other phases of activity in a correctional facility. You may have to employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

  • You are responsible for maintaining order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.

  • You must be able to work any shift, as you may be assigned to a variety of posts including, but not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, etc.

  • CoreCivic recognizes your military service to qualify you for positions

requiring criminal justice experience.

2025 CoreCivic Benefits Overview (https://corecivic.csod.com/clientimg/corecivic/welcome/myCareer/Colorado Benefits Docs/2025 CoreCivic Benefits Overview (Safety non-SCA facilities) FINAL.pdf)

You may be a fit for this role if you:

  • Have a high school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.

  • We train you to be successful: Paid training, and where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment (we pay the cost for you).

  • Have a valid driver's license.

  • Can demonstrate the ability to complete any required training.

  • Are available to work any hours, any shift.

  • Are at least 18 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

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