Correctional Officer jobs in Iowa

Correctional Officer enforces rules and regulations in a prison, jail or other holding facility. Presides over prisoners awaiting trial or those who have been convicted of a crime. Being a Correctional Officer oversees prisoner conduct and safety. Supervises prisoners during meals, recreation, work and other daily activities. Additionally, Correctional Officer documents violations and takes appropriate disciplinary actions. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Correctional Officer possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Correctional Officer
  • Jefferson County Correctional Facility
  • Fairfield, IA FULL_TIME
  • Job description

    Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office

    An equal opportunity employer

    is currently accepting applications

    for Full time Male/Female Correctional Officers

    Pay starts at $44,154.81 and goes to $49,060.90 after a years service.

    Qualifications

    Must be eighteen years of age or older

    Must be willing to work all shifts

    * Other qualifications with application *

    If you need accommodations call

    Jail Administrator Michael Simons (641) 472-3967

    Applications may be E-Mailed or picked up at

    The Jefferson County Correctional Facility

    1200 West Grimes

    Fairfield, Iowa 52556

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Parental leave
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Holidays
    • Weekend availability

    Ability to commute/relocate:

    • Fairfield, IA 52556: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $44,154.81 per year

    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Parental leave
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Shift availability:

    • Day Shift (Required)
    • Night Shift (Required)
    • Overnight Shift (Required)

    Work Location: In person

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Correctional Officer
  • Fayette County Sheriff's Office
  • Union, IA PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Full-time/Part-time correctional officers to work in our jail. This position will pay $19.21/hr and will include all shifts, weekends and holidays. A...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • State of Iowa Talent Gateway
  • Anamosa, IA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Join us at the Anamosa State Penitentiary as a Correctional Officer! Patrols facilities and makes security checks; inspects all areas of the institution (e.g., perimeter towers, contro...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • State of Iowa Talent Gateway
  • Coralville, IA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description This position is eligible for a $3000 recruitment bonus. The Iowa Corrections System is making significant strides to implement evidence-based practices system-wide that are proven to ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • State of Iowa Talent Gateway
  • Fort Madison, IA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Correctional Officer - State of Iowa Department of Corrections Are you ready for more than just a job? How about a career that challenges you, shapes lives, and contributes to the safe...
  • 29 Days Ago

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Executive Officer
  • Sixth Judicial District Department of Correctional...
  • Rapids, IA FULL_TIME
  • JOB TITLE: EXECUTIVE OFFICER SALARY GRADE: 32 SALARY RANGE: $62,795.20 - $97,136.00 annually SUPERVISOR: Drew Konicek, DIVISION MANAGER LOCATION: TBD HOURS: As required STATEMENT OF DUTIES: This posit...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Ray Brook, NY
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Seatac, WA
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Hazelton, WV
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Aliceville, AL
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Elkton, OH
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Oxford, WI
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • McKean, PA
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Sheridan, OR
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

Iowa (/ˈaɪəwə/ (listen)) is a state in the Midwestern United States, bordered by the Mississippi River to the east and the Missouri River and Big Sioux River to the west. It is bordered by six states; Wisconsin to the northeast, Illinois to the east, Missouri to the south, Nebraska to the west, South Dakota to the northwest and Minnesota to the north. In colonial times, Iowa was a part of French Louisiana and Spanish Louisiana; its state flag is patterned after the flag of France. After the Louisiana Purchase, people laid the foundation for an agriculture-based economy in the heart of the Corn...
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Income Estimation for Correctional Officer jobs
$42,744 to $53,275

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Correctional officers oversee and manage individuals who are being detained.
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While they maintain appropriate professional boundaries, officers actively participate in inmates’ rehabilitation.
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The detainees a correctional officer will oversee can be incarcerated for any number of reasons, which run the gamut from awaiting a court hearing for a minor offense to serving on death row.
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