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Fmc Correction Officer

Job in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, 43224, USA
Listing for: Ohio
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Security Guard
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 23.12 - 23.79 USD Hourly USD 23.12 23.79 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: FMC CORRECTION OFFICER

Are You Ready?

We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!

What You'll Do:

The Correction Officer responsibilities include:

  • Maintaining control of the institution to provide for safety and security of the facility, inmates, staff, and the general public by enforcing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Supervising and directing inmate activity in assigned areas of the facility/institution.
  • Ensuring the 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 that threaten security.
  • Using physical force, unarmed self-defense, firearms, or other force when necessary to detain or secure inmates.
  • Newly hired Correction Officers will be hired at step 1 ($23.12/hour) and will move to step 2 ($23.79/hour) after 6 months of employment.

    Earn an additional $0.60 per hour when working 2nd or 3rd shift.

    Requirements include a high school diploma or G.E.D., a valid driver’s license for positions in transportation, and/or a commercial driver’s license for driving commercial vehicles. Applicants must pass a correction officer assessment or have completed one within the past 24 months, or be current employees with Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction previously certified as correction officers. The probationary period is 365 days.

    Job

    Skills:

    Corrections, Communications, Criminology/Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Security, Ethics and Values, Listening, Observation, Situational Awareness, and Teamwork.

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