Correctional Officer 1 – Baldwin State Prison

Job overview

The Correctional Officer 1 – Baldwin State Prison role is onsite in Hardwick, GA. Starting salary is $50,386 per year, with a salary increase after six months and a promotion and another increase at the 12-month mark. The Georgia Department of Corrections’ mission is to protect Georgians through secure facilities and opportunities for offender rehabilitation. The officer maintains custody, order, and security in the correctional institution while enforcing facility rules and applicable laws. The role also supports public safety through supervision, patrols, escorts, emergency response, and required records and reports.

What you'll do

• Enforce institutional policies, rules, procedures, regulations, and state laws
• escort and transport offenders
• screen visitors at facility entrances
• handle and train canines for tracking, search and rescue, guard duty, and contraband detection
• inspect and maintain control of keys, tools, weapons, and related equipment
• observe offenders and maintain order and security
• oversee work assignments, meals, and recreation
• patrol assigned areas
• prepare admission, program, release, and transfer reports
• respond to emergencies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

correctional officer 1

baldwin state prison

hardwick ga

georgia department of corrections

prison security

offender supervision

public safety

canine handling

emergency response

starting salary $50,386/year

salary increase after 6 months

promotion at 12 months

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 13 paid holidays per year
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)/457 plan
• life insurance
• on-the-job training.

Why this role

The posting requires a high school diploma or GED and training and experience sufficient to meet Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council minimum standards.

About the employer

Georgia Department of Corrections is hiring for this role. Industry: Correctional Institutions. Sector: 92.