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Correctional Officer (entry- and Senior level)
Gwinnett County
Department of Corrections
Location
Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046
Salary
$49,102 - $75,591
per year
Type
Closes
February 21, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a correctional officer in a county jail, supervising inmates, ensuring safety and security, and supporting rehabilitation efforts in a team environment.
It's ideal for individuals who are physically fit, committed to public service, and comfortable with shift work in a high-responsibility setting.
Entry-level suits those starting out, while senior level fits those with prior corrections experience.
Key Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship
- At least 21 years of age
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Valid driver's license from state of residency
- Ability to work any shift, including weekends and holidays
- Pass a comprehensive background check, drug screen, psychological exam, and oral interview
- Successfully complete a five-week Basic Correctional Officer Training Course
Full Job Description
The Gwinnett County Department of Corrections became the first accredited, government-owned correctional facility in the state of Georgia. The mission of the Department of Corrections is to promote community safety by maintaining a safe and secure environment that encourages positive change and provides quality services that make a difference.
The Department currently has an authorized strength of 119 sworn officers supported by 20 non-sworn employees. Sworn Officers are trained to supervise full time incarcerated state and county sentenced inmates assigned to the facility. Our vision is to be a model of excellence in the field of corrections.
Applicants must pass a comprehensive background process (including fingerprinting and criminal, controlled substance, driving, and employment history checks). First phase to include an assessment & oral interview. The second phase includes a drug screen, and a psychological exam.
- $49,102.00 (base salary) with a high school diploma or GED
- $50,575.06 (base salary + 3% education incentive) for an associate degree
- $52,048.12 (base salary + 6% education incentive) for a bachelor's degree
Incentives including:
- 3% pay incentive for an associate degree
- 6% pay incentive for bachelor’s degree
- $4,300 hiring incentive for Correctional Officer and $4,700 for Sr. Correctional Officer
- Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
This is a safety-sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug screen and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.
Minimum qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must be 21 years of age
- High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent education
- Valid driver’s license from state of residency
- Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and holidays
- Must be able to successfully pass the five-week Basic Correctional Officer Training Course
For information related to position specific Essential Duties, Knowledge and Skills and Physical Requirements, click here for the Correctional Officer and here for the Correctional Officer, Senior.
NOTE: The class specifications listed on this site are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
Qualifications
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The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.
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