What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Officer position at State of Vermont Department of Corrections?
This position (Correctional Officer I) is open to all State employees and external applicants.
Pay & Benefits:
$22.12/HR Upon Hire
FULL TIME BENEFITS: $48,000 base salary, PLUS $2,000.00 annual training pay.
Shift and Weekend Differential
- 1st Shift: $2.00 per hour
- 2nd Shift: $2.50 per hour
- Weekend: $1.50 per hour
- Living Unit differential: $1.50 per hour
Overview
We have immediate openings for Correctional Officers. Correctional Officers in Vermont work in a system that believes in the basics of human change. Intensive training prepares entry level Correctional Officers for a career that blends security work, human services and leadership opportunities. This work is rewarding on many levels and draws on a wide range of skills. The ideal candidate has strong communication and leadership skills to maintain order and control as well as strong judgment to make good decisions in high stress situations.
Health, Free Dental, Pension, Retirement Savings, Union Membership
LEAVE: Benefits start at 12 Annual, 12 Sick and 4 Personal per year, 11 Holidays
The Start date for this position is based on your availability.
Positions vary and we run on a 3-2-2 rotating schedule working 7 days out of a 14 day pay period or 6 months out of the year.
The Vermont Department of Corrections offers a paid training program through the Vermont Correctional Academy providing academic, and practical training that includes additional on the job training. The State of Vermont also offers paid supplemental training throughout the year.
The State of Vermont requires all applicants to complete a comprehensive background check as part of the hiring process.
Requesition Number: 51769
To schedule an interview please apply to the link below.
Internal application Link: https://careers.vermont.gov/job-invite/51769/
Location: 1270 US-5, St Johnsbury, VT 05819, USA
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $23.12 - $28.12 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,000 - $48,000