SCI CORRECTION OFFICER

SCI CORRECTION OFFICER (260004JS)Organization: Rehabilitation & Correction - Southeast Correctional InstitutionLocation: 5900 BIS Road, Lancaster, OH43130Schedule: Full‑timeCompensation: $24.88 per hour (step1, increases to step2 $25.61 after 6 months; additional $0.60/hour for 2nd or 3rd shift)What You'll DoMaintain control of the institution to provide safety and security for facility, inmates, staff, and the public through enforcing rules, regulations, policies, and proceduresSupervise and direct inmate activity in assigned areas of the facilityEnsure assigned areas are clean, safe, and secureMonitor and operate security controls, equipment, and computer systemsOperate automotive vehicles for perimeter security and inmate transportationConduct inmate counts, security rounds, and searchesPrepare required reports and serve on committeesPrevent escapes or incidents that threaten securityUse physical force, unarmed self‑defense, firearms, or other force as necessary to detain or secure inmatesQualificationsHigh school diploma or G.E.D. required. Valid driver's license required for transportation assignments; commercial driver's license required if driving commercial vehicles.Must have successfully completed a correction officer assessment within the past 24 months, or be a current employee who has previously been certified as a correction officer. Probationary period of 365 days.Job skills: Corrections, Communications, Criminology/Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Security, Ethics and Values, Listening, Observation, Situational Awareness, Teamwork.BenefitsMedical coverageFree dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after eligibility periodPaid time off including vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per yearChildbirth, adoption, and foster care leaveEducation and development opportunities (including employee development funds, public service loan forgiveness, and more)Public retirement systems such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS, and optional deferred compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)Legal StatementsOhio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39), and as outlined in the posting.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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