CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Company: Hall County
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY : Maintains the security of the public and the Correctional Institution by enforcing discipline and order with the inmates in the facility and on work crews and securing a safe and clean environment for inmates and employees. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Receives and searches new inmates for weapons and contraband; receives, labels, and stores all personal property of each inmate until release or transfer; assigns a county number and dorm house to inmates; places inmate in proper dorm house. Patrols facility and grounds providing security of all areas including the dorms, recreational yard and recreational rooms; maintains constant watch and reports any unusual circumstances or occurrences to superior officers; holds monthly fire drills. Distributes meals and medication as directed; inspects dormitories and assures all cell doors are locked;; controls TV, heat, and lighting from cages in each dorm; checks on isolation cells. Transports inmate work crews to job sites; guards inmates while they perform manual labor tasks such as cutting grass, patching roads, cleaning curbs, clearing rights-of-way, picking up trash, trimming limbs, cleaning rest rooms, painting, clearing ditches, moving furniture, unloading trucks, and janitorial duties. May relieve a superior officer as needed. Transports inmates to and from the doctor, dentist, courthouse or any other location necessary; may serve on the disciplinary or classification committee. May be assigned to oversee the building and maintenance of compactor sites; orders supplies and performs construction work; maintains all grounds at the Correctional Institution. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Performs other related duties as required. When Assigned to Traffic Engineering: Inspects, installs and maintains all traffic and street signs and prepares and pints street, traffic and special signs according to Uniform Traffic Control codes and ordinances. Inspects traffic and street signs to insure signs are properly posted and visible to motorist; replaces damaged or missing signs. Determines sign location; installs street, traffic and special signs; digs holes and sets posts, attaches sign to posts. Oversees the work of inmate detail involved in the installation of traffic signs and devices. Draws and paints traffic, street and special signs; utilizes sign and paint machines daily. Lays out, marks, and paints parking lots; paints stop bars, center lines, and crosswalks, and arrows on County streets; makes price estimates to other departments requesting parking lot marking and sign painting. Obtains pricing for signs, paint and paint equipment and supplies; prepares and submits purchase orders for approval; maintains inventory. Maintains work order file and daily activity log. Confers with the public; obtains and/or provides street sign and marking information. Performs other related duties as required. Materials and Equipment Used: Firearms Small Maintenance Equipment Restraint Devices Transport Vehicles Paint Machine Sign Machine Paint Drills Post Digger Vehicle Minimum Qualifications Required: Education and Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D. No experience required. Licenses and Certifications: POST Certification required within one year. Valid Commercial Drivers License or ability to get license within six months of hire and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of methods, techniques, and procedures used in controlling and maintaining discipline among inmates. Knowledge of modern principles of criminology and penology. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and laws governing the housing and supervision of inmates. Knowledge of general office procedures and policies including filing, indexing, and records maintenance. Ability to deal effectively with inmates and to maintain discipline. ADA Minimum Qualifications: Physical Ability: Essential functions continuously require the ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting/standing); move oneself about the worksite by walking; bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs, twisting at the waist, hips or knees; move oneself by crawling on hands and knees; ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and ramps; reach overhead; position oneself by crouching/kneeling; maintain body equilibrium to prevent failing when walking, standing, crouching or navigating narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces; push or pull items; repetitively use had/arms/legs; and grasp items. Incumbents constantly must think analytically; handle stress and emotion, concentrate on tasks, remember names and other details; examine and observe details; make decisions, and adjust to change. Essential functions continuously require incumbents be able to work irregular hours (nights/weekends); direct others; handle confidential information; maintain stamina during the work day; meet deadlines; operate equipment; and stay organized. Essential functions frequently require the ability to move/transport items weighing up to 50lbs. Essential functions frequently require incumbents to be on call; use a keyboard/type; and use math/calculations. Essential functions occasionally require the ability to move/transport items weighing between 51lbs and 100lbs. Essential functions occasionally require incumbents to attend work related meetings or trainings. Sensory Ability: Essential Functions require the ability to use effective verbal and written communication; and use of hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation to use tools and equipment. Environmental Factors: Essential functions are continuously performed with exposure to risk of bodily injury from biological hazards; and wet, slippery floors/surfaces. Incumbents continuously must be able to work with others. Essential functions are frequently performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather or dry environments; extreme hot or cold temperatures; risk of bodily injury from hazards including chemical and sharp objects/tools; dirt/mud, fumes, gases, odors, dust; moving mechanical parts; and extreme noise. Essential functions are occasionally performed with exposure to risk of bodily injury from hazards including electrical and heavy machinery; high places/high heights; constricted spaces; grease and oil; hot temperature devices including burners; and vibration. Incumbents regularly must be able to work around equipment/machinery ; drive county vehicles and other equipment; and walk on uneven ground. This class specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.

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