Correctional Officer jobs in Tupelo, MS

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
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Steens, MS FULL_TIME
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons?

    To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You have a vital role in that mission. You are valued and trained to be prepared.

    You are rewarded beyond benefits with careers that offer endless professional potential and personal growth.

    Together, we are the Bureau of Prison.

    Recruitment Incentives :

    A 10% Relocation Incentive *Certain Locations Only. See job announcement for more details.

    Benefits

    A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental and vision insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Long-term care insurance
    • Flexible spending accounts
    • Paid time off, federal holidays, and sick leave

    Duties of a Correctional Officer

    As a FBOP Correctional Officer, youre someone working to affect change, inside the hearts and minds of adults in custody while building your career.

    At the FBOP, your job has greater impactit shows how working on the inside of prison builds a better society on the outside.

    You have the important mission to :

    • Enforce rules and regulations governing facility security.
    • Provide supervision, care and correctional treatment ofadults in custody.
    • Drive maintenance of institution security, contributing to the health and welfare of the adults in custody and the promotion of good public relations.
    • Ensure adults in custody accountability and conduct to make sure judicial sanctions are carried out.
    • Ability to objectively evaluate situations and make sound judgements. From time to time, may be authorized to carry firearms and to use physical force to maintain safety and security of the facility.
    • During institution emergencies, may be required to work irregular hours, Sundays, holidays or unexpected overtime.
    • Incumbent must be flexible and have a broad knowledge base to use own initiative in the resolution of problem situations.
    • Information as to operations and procedures is provided by post orders, FBOP program statements, local supplements, custodial manual, internal correspondence and employee meetings.

    At the Federal Bureau of Prisons, being a Correctional Officer goes beyond the uniform and a set of keys. At more than 120 federal prisons, our team of officers upholds the safety of our facilities, our communities, and our country.

    Last updated : 2024-03-07

  • 19 Days Ago

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Correctional officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Allen, AL FULL_TIME
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You have a vital role in that mission. You are valued and trained to be prepared. Y...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Correctional officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Aliceville, AL FULL_TIME
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You have a vital role in that mission. You are valued and trained to be prepared. Y...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Hamilton, MS FULL_TIME
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons?To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You have a vital role in that mission. You are valued and trained to be prepared. Yo...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Mantee, MS FULL_TIME
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons?To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You have a vital role in that mission. You are valued and trained to be prepared. Yo...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Correctional officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Sulligent, AL FULL_TIME
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You have a vital role in that mission. You are valued and trained to be prepared. Y...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Onboarding Specialist
  • Help at Home
  • Tupelo, MS
  • Help at Home is hiring a Onboarding Specialist! We are the nation’s leading provider of high-quality support services to...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Surveillance Investigator- Part Time
  • CoventBridge Group
  • Tupelo, MS
  • Overview: Surveillance Investigator Tupelo, MS area Immediate need for a Surveillance Investigator within the largest wo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time Security Officer
  • Tupelo Public School District
  • Tupelo, MS
  • Classified - Classified Positions - Security Officer - PT Job Number 4600293272 Start Date Open Date 02/06/2024 Closing ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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FT Entry Level Data Entry Clerk - Work From Home>
  • DZ Staffing
  • Tupelo, MS
  • [Administrative Assistant / Fully Remote] - Anywhere in U.S. / Competitive pay - As a Data Entry Clerk you'll: Input, up...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Communication Center Representative - Work From Home>
  • ComplexCare Solutions
  • Tupelo, MS
  • [Call Center / Remote] - Anywhere in U.S. / Up to $20 per hour - As a Communication Center Rep you'll: Conduct outbound/...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CASHIER
  • Memphis Goodwill Incorporated
  • Saltillo, MS
  • ** CASHIER** **Job Category****:** Sales Associates/Cashiers **Requisition Number****:** CASHI03001 Showing 1 location *...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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District Manager
  • Aramark Uniform
  • Tupelo, MS
  • ** District Manager** **Job Category****:** In Unit-Service-Mngmt **Requisition Number****:** DISTR017064 Showing 1 loca...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Plant Manager - Relocation to Americus, GA
  • Austin Urethane LLC.
  • Tupelo, MS
  • Job Description Job Description Plant Manager Job Summary We are looking for an experienced and confident fabrication pl...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tupelo /ˈtuːpəloʊ/ is a city in, and the county seat of, Lee County, Mississippi, United States. With an estimated population of 38,114 in 2017, Tupelo is the seventh-largest city in Mississippi and is considered a commercial, industrial, and cultural hub of North Mississippi. Tupelo was incorporated in 1867, although the area had earlier been settled as "Gum Pond" along the Mobile and Ohio Railroad. On February 7, 1934, Tupelo became the first city to receive power from the Tennessee Valley Authority thus giving it the nickname "The First TVA City." Much of the city was devastated by a maj...
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Income Estimation for Correctional Officer jobs
$37,736 to $47,028
Tupelo, Mississippi area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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