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Weber County

Correctional Assistant

Ogden, UT

$20.26/hr

Assists correctional officers with electronic inmate housing control room functions, consistent with the correctional assistants' qualifications. Any one position may not include all of the duties ...

Weber County

Correctional Assistant

Ogden, UT · On-site

$20.26/hr

Assists correctional officers with electronic inmate housing control room functions, consistent with the correctional assistants' qualifications. Any one position may not include all of the duties ...

State of North Carolina

NC · On-site

$50K - $87K/yr

The Correctional Assistant Superintendent for Program I serves as a key member of the facility's leadership team and oversees all program services within a small correctional facility housing fewer ...

State of North Carolina

NC · On-site

$50K - $87K/yr

The Correctional Assistant Superintendent for Program I serves as a key member of the facility's leadership team and oversees all program services within a small correctional facility housing fewer ...

State of North Carolina

NC · On-site

$50K - $87K/yr

The Correctional Assistant Superintendent for Program I serves as a key member of the facility's leadership team and oversees all program services within a small correctional facility housing fewer ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for correctional assistant in the United States is $27.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Correctional Assistants are professionals who support the daily operations of correctional facilities, such as prisons or detention centers. Their duties typically include supervising inmates, conducting security checks, assisting with inmate intake and release, and maintaining order within the facility. They work under the supervision of correctional officers and help ensure the safety and security of both staff and inmates. Correctional Assistants also assist in implementing facility rules and may help with inmate programs or activities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a correctional assistant?

To thrive as a Correctional Assistant, you need knowledge of correctional facility procedures, basic security protocols, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with security monitoring systems, incident reporting software, and basic first aid or CPR certifications is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and effective communication are essential for managing inmate interactions and maintaining safety. These skills and qualities are important for ensuring a secure, orderly environment and supporting rehabilitation within correctional facilities.

What are some common challenges correctional assistants face when working with inmates, and how can they effectively manage them?

Correctional Assistants often encounter challenges such as de-escalating conflicts, maintaining clear boundaries, and responding to unpredictable behavior from inmates. Effective communication and strong situational awareness are essential for managing these situations. Building rapport while upholding professional conduct helps foster a safer environment. Additionally, collaborating closely with correctional officers and mental health professionals ensures issues are addressed promptly and appropriately, enhancing overall facility safety.
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Infographic showing various Correctional Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,700 per year, or $27.7 per hour.

CORRECTIONAL ASSISTANT - ELY

Carson City, NV • On-site

State of Nevada (NV)
Health Care and Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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$44K - $64K/yr

Full-time

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***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary The Nevada Department of Corrections is seeking to fill a Correctional Assistant at Ely State Prison. These assignments could also include assisting in non- custodial areas of the institution, including Maintenance, Culinary or Warehouse.

All posts will involve working around inmates. Positions allocated to the class are trained and oriented to the field of Corrections with the hopeful progression to correctional officer positions in the future. Correctional assistants do not respond to emergency situations, riots, and/or altercations involving inmates, do not supervise inmates, and do not perform security functions such as inmate movement or escort.

Correctional Assistants work to ensure the health and safety of staff and inmates; assist custody staff in duties required in inmate housing areas; feed inmates in a timely manner; maintain sanitary and orderly living conditions; supervise and deliver inmate mail and correspondence; conduct formal and informal inmate population counts; and assist in the unit officers and Case Work staff as needed. Correctional Assistants primarily are posted to 8 hours 5 days a week with varying days off. Under immediate supervision and direction of a P.O.S.T

certified Category 3 custody officer, Correctional Assistants perform a variety of entry level assignments which do not require P.O.S.T. certification. Positions allocated to this class are trained and oriented to the field of Corrections, but do not respond to emergency situations, riots, and/or altercations involving inmates, do not supervise inmates, and do not perform security functions such as inmate movement or escort

Essential Qualifications High school graduation or equivalent education and one year of work experience. Job Duties Assist custody staff in performing the duties required in carrying out the purpose and function of the work unit as mail room officer or visiting room officer, or work in the law library, chapel, laundry, culinary, and other non-housing area as assigned. Perform institutional counts and monitoring duties of offenders as assigned; provide security unit and safety checks and document activities in various logs and reports.

In a maximum security institution, may provide floor duties in a housing unit such as meal and mail delivery, mopping and general custodial functions. Perform related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities General knowledge of: basic mathematics.

Ability to: read, understand and follow instructions; communicate orally and in writing; establish cooperative working relationships with coworkers; stand for long periods of time; learn the basic principles and practices of maintaining security in a correctional facility. Skill in: operating motor vehicles. Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley - q.ashley@admin.nv.gov The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them

All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

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The State of Nevada isn't a company in the traditional sense, but rather a governing body that manages and directs the operations of the state of Nevada. Its headquarters are located in Carson City, NV, United States. The organisation is engaged in various sectors like education, transportation, business and industry, health and human services, conservation and natural resources, and many more. It is responsible for implementing and maintaining the law and order of the state, in addition to providing essential services to its residents.

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Carson City, NV, US

Year founded

1864

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