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Correctional Officer- South Jersey

New Jersey Department of Corrections

Bridgeton, NJJobSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Location
Bridgeton, NJ
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New Jersey Driver's License

Job overview

The New Jersey Department of Corrections seeks correctional officers for positions throughout New Jersey. Officers provide public safety and security through the custody and management of incarcerated individuals, help ensure the safety and welfare of staff and the incarcerated population, and assist with rehabilitation efforts for individuals returning to the community. Candidates must meet the stated education, age, citizenship, driver’s license, and firearm eligibility requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Custody ManagementPublic SafetySecurityRehabilitationEnglish Reading and Writing

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentMust Be 18+U.S. CitizenshipNew Jersey Driver's LicenseFirearm EligibilityBackground InvestigationMedical and Psychological ExaminationDrug Screening

Full job description

In-person event on October 9, 2026 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm Cumberland County One-Stop Career Center 3322 College Drive 1st Floor. Vineland, NJ 083626 To attend, please register at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/NDaqq38x60 Various positions available throughout the State of NJ The New Jersey State Department of Corrections is responsible for ensuring the custody, safety, and care of incarcerated individuals confined in State correctional facilities. Join the ranks of the largest law enforcement agency in New Jersey, working to improve safety in our communities. Duties: To provide public safety and security through the custody and management of those individuals incarcerated within the criminal justice system. To ensure the safety and welfare of the staff and incarcerated population. To assist in the rehabilitative efforts for those incarcerated individuals returning to the community. To promote public support for the operation and objectives of the Department of Corrections. Requirements: -Education: High school diploma or its equivalent. Candidates must read and write English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position. -Age: Minimum of 18 years of age. -Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States. -License: Candidates will be required to possess a valid New Jersey driver s license. -Candidates for this position must be eligible to possess a firearm in accordance with State and Federal laws. -Background investigation for employment includes history, driving history, domestic violence history, and criminal history are conducted. -Medical screening will be given a thorough physical and psychological examination including drug screening.

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