What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrections Officer position at Presidio County Sheriff's Office?
Presidio County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to hire Correctional Officers to join our existing team. Starting pay is $18.32 per hour. Applicants must become fully licensed within one year of their hire date.
Responsibilities for Correctional Officer
- Book and process incoming and outgoing prisoners according to written policies and procedures
- Write detailed and accurate incident reports
- Patrol the interior and exterior of the facility
- Conduct inmate and cell searches
- Inspect visitors and packages delivered to the facility
- Respond to crisis situations as outlined by policies and procedures
- Oversee inmate activities including meals, visitation, and recreation
Qualifications for Correctional Officer
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and psychological test
- Proven ability to react in a calm and collected manner to emergency situations
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.31 - $18.32 per hour
Expected hours: 42 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Rotating shift
- Rotating weekends
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid driver's license?
- What is your highest level of education?
- Are you a US citizen (as required for licensure by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement)?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $18