Correctional Officer jobs in Wilmington, NC

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
  • Nakina, NC 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
    Early law enforcement retirement in 20-25 years
    Paid time off, federal holidays, and sick leave

    Duties of a Correctional Officer

    As a FBOP Correctional Officer, you're 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 impact—it 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.

  • 26 Days Ago

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Correctional Food Service Officer
  • North Carolina Department of Adult Correction
  • Whiteville, NC FULL_TIME
  • NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,000 SIGN ON BONUS! To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an emplo...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Correctional Officer I-$7,000 sign on bonus!
  • North Carolina Adult Correction
  • Wilmington, NC FULL_TIME
  • $7,000 SIGN-ON BONUS! POSITIONS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR APPLICANT REFERRAL BONUS The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is eager to hire those committed to excellence and seeking a career path in ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Correctional Nurse LPN Nights
  • Southern Health Partners, Inc.
  • Jacksonville, NC FULL_TIME
  • Hard working nurses deserve to be rewarded. You give so much time to your patients, your employer should invest in you. Southern Health Partners has been a leading provider of correctional healthcare ...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse / Correctional / Prison Facility
  • msn
  • Burgaw, NC OTHER
  • Correctional RN / Registered NurseAs one of the largest and most recognized providers of healthcare professionals, Cross Country Medical Staffing Network has the flexible Corrections RN opportunities ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse / Correctional / Prison Facility
  • msn
  • Vanceboro, NC OTHER
  • Correctional RN / Registered NurseAs one of the largest and most recognized providers of healthcare professionals, Cross Country Medical Staffing Network has the flexible Corrections RN opportunities ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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PT Detective
  • Pender County, NC
  • Burgaw, NC
  • Salary: $50,361.72 - $75,542.58 Annually Location : 605 Fremont Street Burgaw Job Type: Part-Time Temporary Job Number: ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SRO - School Resource Officer/Deputy
  • Pender County, NC
  • Burgaw, NC
  • Salary: $46,625.81 - $58,282.26 Annually Location : 605 Fremont Street Burgaw Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Job Number: ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Deputy Sheriff
  • Pender County, NC
  • Burgaw, NC
  • Salary: $46,625.81 - $58,282.26 Annually Location : 605 Fremont Street Burgaw Job Type: Part-Time Temporary Job Number: ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Armed Security Custom Protection Officer - Flex Schedule
  • Allied Universal®
  • Wilmington, NC
  • Overview Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers t...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Controller
  • Company - Confidential
  • Wilmington, NC
  • Job Title: Financial Controller Department: Finance Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Job Summary: As Financial ...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Police Officer
  • Town of Leland
  • Leland, NC
  • Performs intermediate protective service work enforcing laws, investigating criminal activity, ensuring safety of public...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Armed Security Guard
  • Global Laser Enrichment
  • Wilmington, NC
  • Job Description Reporting to the Armed Security Guard Supervisor, the Armed Security Guard is responsible for conduct ar...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Armed Security Guard
  • Global Laser Enrichment
  • Wilmington, NC
  • Job Description Reporting to the Armed Security Guard Supervisor, the Armed Security Guard is responsible for conduct ar...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

Wilmington is a port city and the county seat of New Hanover County in coastal southeastern North Carolina, United States. With a population of 119,045 in 2017, it is the eighth most populous city in the state. Wilmington is the principal city of the Wilmington Metropolitan Statistical Area, a metropolitan area that includes New Hanover and Pender counties in southeastern North Carolina, which has a population of 263,429 as of the 2012 Census Estimate. Wilmington was settled by the English along the Cape Fear River. The city was named after Spencer Compton who was the Earl of Wilmington. Its ...
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Income Estimation for Correctional Officer jobs
$40,913 to $50,992
Wilmington, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

Correctional Officer in Buffalo, NY
Depending upon the employer, the salary of a corrections officer may escalate quickly after reaching certain milestones.
November 01, 2019
Correctional Officer in Wilmington, NC
They must be aware of their surroundings at all times and these officers are required to report any inmate violations in jail or prison rules and regulations.
October 24, 2019
Correctional Officer in Gastonia, NC
From working for local prisons which may require only a high school diploma to working for federal prisons that may require a 4-year college degree, it takes serious time commitment to become a correctional officer.
October 13, 2019