Correctional Officer - Recruitment Incentive - Direct Hire

Attend the upcoming Washoe County Job Fair - Walk-ins are welcome! Thursday October 22, 2026, from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Reno/Sparks Convention Center 4590 S Virginia St. Reno, NV 89502 **POSITION:**Correctional Officer - Recruitment Incentive - Direct Hire **SCHEDULE:**Will discuss with applicant LOCATION: Herlong, CA **SALARY:**Will discuss with applicantUp to $49,056 Recruitment Incentive for qualifying selectees TO APPLY: Direct Link:https://www.usajobs.gov/job/887123000 Career Page:https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?l=HERLONG,CAanda=DJ03ands=locationandp=1andr=25andhp=public Please note, employers may close jobs on the website at any time. Accepting applications SUMMARY: Provides supervision, care, and correctional treatment of inmates and guidance to lower-graded Correctional Officers. Ensures security of the institution, inmate accountability, and enforcement of rules and regulations. May be authorized to carry firearms and use physical or deadly force when necessary. Must demonstrate flexibility and broad knowledge to resolve problem situations using initiative. May be required to work long and irregular hours, unusual shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime during emergencies or heavy workloads. MINIMUM/PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: U.S. Citizenship required Must meet Selective Service registration requirements (if applicable) Must meet age requirements (can be considered up to age 39; veterans may be exempt) Must pass all pre-employment requirements: interview, urinalysis, physical exam, background investigation Must pass NCIC and credit check screenings Must complete qualification inquiry related to domestic violence convictions (to carry a firearm) Must successfully complete Introduction to Correctional Techniques three-week training course in Glynco, GA Must meet medical standards for arduous duties (prolonged standing, walking, restraining inmates, emergencies, etc.) GL-04: 2 years general work experience OR education beyond high school GL-05: 3 years general experience OR bachelor's degree GL-06: 1 year specialized experience (law enforcement, corrections, security, mental health facilities, emergency response, etc.) OR qualifying graduate education GL-07: 1 year specialized experience at next lower grade OR graduate education in relevant field GL-08: 1 year specialized experience in a correctional facility (no education substitution) JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Provide supervision, care, and security of inmates Enforce facility rules, regulations, security practices, and inmate conduct requirements Conduct inmate counts and monitor movements Respond to emergencies and maintain security protocols Provide guidance to lower-graded officers Work various correctional posts (housing units, control room, gates, etc.) May carry firearms and use necessary force Maintain inmate accountability and safety Perform duties during emergencies, heavy workloads, or limited staffing Perform correctional responsibilities regularly and consistently WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Prolonged walking, standing, physical restraint, emergency response Must be physically capable of arduous duties Must maintain composure under stress, emergencies, and inmate disturbances Must be available to work irregular hours, weekends, holidays Must meet all medical and psychological fitness requirements BENEFITS: Up to $49,056 recruitment incentive Federal benefits package Retirement system eligibility Paid training and career advancement opportunities EEO: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.