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Corrections Officer
Chatham County, GA —Savannah, GA
- $48,629 - $56,947 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Deputy Corrections Officer
Chatham County, GA —Savannah, GA
- $56,947 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Pass drug screening
- Ability to climb stairs
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
CSM Correctional Officer 1
Georgia Department of Corrections —Garden City, GA
- $50,386.00 - $58,119.80 a year
- Weekends only
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Psychology
Jail Officer
Effingham County Sheriff —Springfield, GA
- $19.95 - $22.88 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
Correctional Sergeant (CSM)
Georgia Department of Corrections —Garden City, GA
- $63,800.10 - $72,300.95 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Psychology
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Corrections Officer

Chatham County, GA -
Savannah, GA

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Job Details

Full-time
$48,629 - $56,947 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Pension plan
Gym membership
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. You'll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!

Description

Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity with an excellent starting salary and potential for growth? Look no further than the Chatham County Detention Center! As a Corrections Officer, you'll have the chance to make a real difference in your community and earn a starting salary of $48,629. And with additional pay awarded for any combination of Law Enforcement, Corrections, or Military experience, your earning potential is increased! If you complete the Academy and receive your P.O.S.T. certification, you'll be promoted to Deputy Sheriff, with a new salary of $56,947. What are you waiting for? Join the Chatham County Detention Center team today and start your exciting new career!

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision,

You will perform law enforcement and public safety work.
Responsible for the safety and security of inmates in custody.
Book, process, search, and seize personal property of arrestees and new inmates.
Issue uniforms, escort, secure, provide meals to inmates and maintain shift logs.
Respond to assistance calls from other officers and must have the ability to defend yourself.
Required to respond to any location within the jail by running.
Learn first aid and CPR to successfully rescue an unconscious/injured person.
Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Supervise inmates directly and have direct contact with them.
The position can be high-stress and may involve verbal and/or physical confrontations.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school
At least 20 years old
Correctable vision of 20/20 or 20/40 in each eye
Must pass a physical exam, drug screen, and background investigation
Must be able to complete Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Certification for Jail Officer and a Basic Law Enforcement Officer

Supplemental Information

Please note that an investigation will be conducted based on your provided information. You must complete the application form honestly, accurately, and to the best of your knowledge. If it is discovered during the background investigation or after that that you have deliberately omitted, misrepresented, or falsified any information, you will be immediately disqualified from further consideration. You must disclose all convictions, including a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, and a finding or a verdict of guilt in any criminal proceedings, even if the sentence or the judgment of guilt has been withheld or not entered thereon. This requirement applies to first offenders, as per Georgia State Law 25-8-7.1.

If selected for an interview, you will be required to provide the following documents:

7-year Driving History (report at your own expense)
All Police and Incident Arrest Reports
Birth Certificate with Seal
College Transcripts
DD-214 Member Long Form
Final Court Disposition for ALL Criminal Charges
Georgia P.O.S.T. Certification with Certificate Number
HS Diploma/GED Certificate, Private School Accreditation, if necessary
Legal Documentation for all Name Change
Valid Driver's License
Marriage License
Military Discharge Documentation
Naturalization Papers
Notarized Statement detailing any Arrests
Out-of-State Law Enforcement Certificate
Out-of-State Letter of Good Standing
Social Security Card

You must sign a conditional written agreement for this position, which requires salary reimbursement for voluntary separation within two (2) years of completing P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy.

This is a safety sensitive position and subject to random drug testing.

During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.

In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.

Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.

Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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