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  • Correction Officer Trainee

  • New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS)
  • Syracuse, New York 13235 United States View Map

Correction Officers are responsible for the custody, security, safety, and well-being of incarcerated individuals in state correctional facilities, shock incarceration correctional facilities, work release centers, and a drug treatment campus.Correction Officer Trainees are required to participate in, and satisfactorily complete, requirements of a 12-month training program before advancing to Correction Officer. As part of the program, you will attend the NYS DOCCS Training Academy in Albany, NY for a minimum 8-week formal training program.Learn more about the Correction Officer position, view an exam announcement to see the minimum qualifications, and learn how to apply here:Correction Officer Trainee (NS - Equated to Grade 14) and Correction Officer (Grade 15)$66,365 starting salary (during Academy training and first year)$69,762 after one year to $84,024 after 7 years*Appointees may be eligible for ADVANCED PLACEMENT UPON APPOINTMENT to full performance level Grade 15 with starting salary up to $84,024*The salary range includes a $5,000 annual geographic pay for all locations throughout New York State.A dditional monetary compensations provided:Inconvenience PayLocation PayPre-Shift BriefingExpanded Duty Pay104 hours of vacation annually, up to a maximum of 156 hours, depending on length of service.104 hours annually paid holiday time.40 paid personal leave hours annually.Paid sick leave accumulating at the rate of 104 hours per year.Excellent health, dental, and optical insurance coverage.All uniforms and equipment are provided.Hudson Valley to New York City (East of the Hudson River)Hudson Valley to New York City (West of the Hudson River)Correction Law §8(3) establishes the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision's authority to conduct a psychological screening on applicants for employment as a Correction Officer. The Independent Advisory Board serves to review candidates who have been deemed ineligible for appointment following the psychological screening and wish to appeal.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Correction Officers are responsible for the custody, security, safety, and well-being of incarcerated individuals in state correctional facilities, shock incarceration correctional facilities, work release centers, and a drug treatment campus.Correction Officer Trainees are required to participate in, and satisfactorily complete, requirements of a 12-month training program before advancing to Correction Officer. As part of the program, you will attend the NYS DOCCS Training Academy in Albany, NY for a minimum 8-week formal training program.Learn more about the Correction Officer position, view an exam announcement to see the minimum qualifications, and learn how to apply here:Correction Officer Trainee (NS - Equated to Grade 14) and Correction Officer (Grade 15)$66,365 starting salary (during Academy training and first year)$69,762 after one year to $84,024 after 7 years*Appointees may be eligible for ADVANCED PLACEMENT UPON APPOINTMENT to full performance level Grade 15 with starting salary up to $84,024*The salary range includes a $5,000 annual geographic pay for all locations throughout New York State.A dditional monetary compensations provided:Inconvenience PayLocation PayPre-Shift BriefingExpanded Duty Pay104 hours of vacation annually, up to a maximum of 156 hours, depending on length of service.104 hours annually paid holiday time.40 paid personal leave hours annually.Paid sick leave accumulating at the rate of 104 hours per year.Excellent health, dental, and optical insurance coverage.All uniforms and equipment are provided.Hudson Valley to New York City (East of the Hudson River)Hudson Valley to New York City (West of the Hudson River)Correction Law §8(3) establishes the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision's authority to conduct a psychological screening on applicants for employment as a Correction Officer. The Independent Advisory Board serves to review candidates who have been deemed ineligible for appointment following the psychological screening and wish to appeal.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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