Correctional Officer jobs in Round Rock, TX

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
  • Kyle Correctional Facility
  • Manchaca, TX FULL_TIME
  • Starting pay is $18.00 an hour

    Location: 23001 IH-35 Kyle, TX 78640

    Work schedule: Full-time; 12-hour shift (both day & night shift available)

    Benefit package includes:

    • Health/dental/vision/life insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid time off
    • 9 paid holidays

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: A Correctional Officer reports to the shift supervisor and is responsible for the custody and discipline of offenders in the facility in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives. If assigned to the transportation department, responsible for the transporting of offenders to and from the facility in accordance with established procedures.

    Essential functions:

    • Search for contraband and provide security.
    • Count, feed and supervise offenders in housing, work and other areas, which includes climbing stairs.
    • Provide custody and security of offenders including observation of offenders, which includes long periods of sitting and standing.
    • Perform security functions including “pat” and “strip” searches, by squatting and bending to perform such functions.
    • Transfer and transport offenders by walking or riding in vehicles. Restrain and secure assaultive offenders as needed.
    • Responds to emergencies including climbing stairs, steps, and ladders while searching for escaped offenders, hearing calls for and calling for help, giving first aid at the emergency site, carrying an injured or unconscious offender or employee various distances to safety up or down stairs, steps, and ladders; and use force and deadly force to include the use of chemical agents and firearms to control offenders.
    • Read, review and properly apply information found in offender records, which is related to the offenders’ health and safety and to the security of the facility. Provide appropriate information to other personnel.
    • Prepare and maintain records, forms and reports.
    • Perform specific duties if assigned to the following areas: commissary, property, transportation, recreation, escort/roving, mailroom, laundry, visiting room, mobile patrol, central control, housing, restrictive housing and intake.
    • If assigned to the food services area: assist in instructing offenders assigned to food service in the safe, hygienic method of preparing and serving appetizing, eye-appealing meals.
    • It is expected the incumbent will work overtime when directed to do so.
    • Regular and predictable attendance is required.
    • Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
    • Maintain accountability of staff, offenders and property; adhere to safety practices.

    Education and Experience Requirements:

    • NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
    • PAID TRAINING PROVIDED
    • Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
    • A valid driver license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record is required.
    • Be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

    Continued employment is contingent upon passing exams and skill tests in the TDCJ Correctional Officer Pre-service Training Academy.

    Why: Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives.

    Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $18.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 12 hour shift
    • Day shift
    • Night shift

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Manchaca, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 6 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • Management & Training Corporation
  • Kyle, TX FULL_TIME
  • Overview Starting pay is $18.00 an hour. Develop your law enforcement or criminal justice expertise in corrections. Position Title: Correctional Officer Facility Name: Kyle Correctional Facility or Gr...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • Texas Department of Criminal Justice
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Are you looking for a career with a purpose? The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is hiring for the Moore Unit in Bonham Texas.Apply online: https://fa007.taleo.net/careersection/co external/jobde...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • MTC - Coleman Unit
  • Lockhart, TX FULL_TIME
  • Looking for an entry-level position with a defined career path? Begin a career in criminal justice and work towards becoming a law enforcement professional. Management & Training Corporation is now hi...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • Management & Training Corporation
  • Lockhart, TX FULL_TIME
  • OverviewPay: $18.00 per hourDevelop your law enforcement or criminal justice expertise in corrections.Management &Training Corporation is now hiring Correctional Officers at Gregory S. Coleman Unit lo...
  • 1 Month Ago

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TJJD - Juvenile Correctional Officer III / IV / V - (GID) - 40543
  • TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT
  • Giddings, TX FULL_TIME
  • TJJD - Juvenile Correctional Officer III / IV / V - (GID) - 40543 (00040543) Organization: TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT Primary Location: Texas-Giddings Work Locations: Giddings 1027 PVT Road 226...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Surveillance Investigator -Experienced
  • Command Investigations
  • Austin, TX
  • Command Investigations LLC is a dynamic and forward-thinking investigative company that has been at the forefront of the...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CO_Administrative Specialist
  • Williamson County, TX
  • Georgetown, TX
  • Salary: $16.71 Hourly Location : Georgetown: 405 MLK, TX Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 14.02576 Department: Correction...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Armed Security Officer - Weekends
  • Garda World Security Corporation
  • Kyle, TX
  • ** Armed Security Officer - Weekends** *Share by Email* Location: Kyle, TX **Job Description** GardaWorld Security Servi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Investigator (Remote)
  • Texas Workforce Commission
  • Austin, TX
  • WHO WE ARE: The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking a UI Program Investigator III to join the Office of Investig...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Customer Service Security Agent
  • Garda World Security Corporation
  • San Marcos, TX
  • ** Customer Service Security Agent** *Share by Email* Location: San Marcos, TX **Job Description** GardaWorld Security S...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vehicle Patrol Armed Supervisor
  • INTER-CON SECURITY SYSTEMS INC
  • Austin, TX
  • Job Details Job Location Austin (10232) - Austin, TX Salary Range $22.00 - $23.00 Hourly Description Overview Founded in...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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[HYBRID] Investigations Analyst
  • Vaco
  • Austin, TX
  • Team Name: Synthesis Job Title: Investigation Analyst Location: Austin Synthesis Investigations Analyst | Austin, TX We ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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TCOOMMI Intensive Case Manager
  • Hill Country MHDD Centers
  • San Marcos, TX
  • Job Description Job Description At Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Center our vision is to emp...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Round Rock is a city in the U.S. state of Texas, in Williamson County (with a small part in Travis), which is a part of the Greater Austin, Texas metropolitan area. The population was 99,887 at the 2010 census. The city straddles both sides of the Balcones Escarpment, a fault line in which the areas roughly east of Interstate 35 are flat and characterized by having black, fertile soils of the Blackland Prairie, and the west side of the Escarpment which consists mostly of hilly, karst-like terrain with little topsoil and higher elevations and which is part of the Texas Hill Country. Located abo...
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Income Estimation for Correctional Officer jobs
$43,827 to $54,619
Round Rock, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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