OSP CORRECTION OFFICER

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is seeking a Correction Officer to maintain control of the institution, supervise inmate activity, and operate security controls. The job requires a high school diploma or G.E.D., a valid driver's license, and successful completion of a correction officer assessment.

Requirements

• Maintaining control of the institution to provide for safety and security of the facility, inmates, staff, and general public
• Supervising and directing inmate activity in assigned areas of the facility/institution
• Assuring assigned area is clean, safe, and secure
• Monitoring and operating security controls, equipment, and computers
• Operating automotive vehicles in perimeter security and the transportation of inmates
• Conducting inmate counts, security rounds, and searches
• Completing required reports and serving on committees
• Preventing escapes or incidents which threaten security
• Using physical force, unarmed self-defense, firearms, or other force to detain or secure inmates

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)