CORRECTIONS CADET

General Information

This is trainee work in corrections assisting jail personnel in the daily operations of the Mobile County Metro Jail in providing for the safety, security and welfare of staff and inmates.

Jurisdictions

Yearly Rate

Mobile County

$36,653 - $58,595*

• Amended 11/8/2024

Requirements

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, and preferably some experience dealing with the public under varying circumstances; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence. Must be at least 18 years of age and must not have reached age 21.

Note: High school seniors who meet the age requirements may apply after January 1 of their senior year of high school, but will not be offered employment until they have successfully graduated from a standard high school.

Description

For details, please see Class Specifications | CORRECTIONS CADET | Class Spec Details (governmentjobs.com)

Important Information

All applications must be submitted online through the Mobile County Personnel Board Job Opportunities page. As you create a JobOpps account, you will be asked for Notification Preferences (email or paper). Paper notification is not available; therefore, “email” should be selected. All notifications will be sent by email only. Only one application will be accepted per applicant per job posting. Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Merit System employment and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Resumes will not be accepted in place of completing the education and experience sections of the application.

If needed, computers and scanners are available in our office at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, AL.

Our office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, except for major holidays.

Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination.

A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile County Personnel Board at 251-470-7727.

Adam Bourne, Personnel Director

The agencies we serve are equal opportunity employers.