Correctional Officer, Sr. jobs in Montpelier, VT

Pay & Benefits:

$20.40/HR Upon Hire / $21.38 at 6 mos. / $22.12 at 18 mos. Plus a $4 a hour security bonus differentials.

FULL TIME BENEFITS: $44,000 base salary, PLUS $2,000.00 annual training pay.

Wages and Steps:

• July 2023: 2% Hourly Wage Increase plus continuation- Step Increases
• January 2024: $1000 Lump Sum Payment

Shift and Weekend Differential

• 2nd Shift: $2.00 per hour
• 3rd Shift: $2.50 per hour
• Weekend: $1.50 per hour
• Living Unit differential: $1.50 per hour

Overview

We have immediate openings for Correctional Officers. Correctional Officers in Vermont work in a system that believes in the basics of human change. Intensive training prepares entry level Correctional Officers for a career that blends security work, human services and leadership opportunities. This work is rewarding on many levels and draws on a wide range of skills. The ideal candidate has strong communication and leadership skills to maintain order and control as well as strong judgment to make good decisions in high stress situations.

Health, Free Dental, Pension, Retirement Savings, Union Membership

LEAVE: Benefits start at 12 Annual, 12 Sick and 4 Personal per year, 11 Holidays

The Start date for this position is based on your availability. Positions vary and we run on a 2-shift schedule, 2 days on and 2 days off every other weekend off. Shifts are as follows: 1 shift - 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, 2 shift - 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Shifts and schedules are assigned by seniority first and may be determined by facility needs.

Location: 7 Farrell St, South Burlington VT 05403

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Schedule:

• 12-hour shift – working a 2/2/3 schedule you only work 15 days of the month.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

· two (2) years or more full-time work experience.

OR

· One (1) year or more of college level course work AND one (1) year or more of full-time work experience.

OR

· Two (2) years or more of college level course work

· Driver's License (Required)

Minimum Physical Requirements:

• Adequate physical condition to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Conviction History Requirements:

· Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment.

All Applicants will be required to apply through https://careers.vermont.gov

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.40 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Rotating weekends

Application Question(s):

• Have you been under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor or felony conviction?

Work Location: In person