Corrections Officer

Corrections Officer

Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney's Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff's Office, Department of Corrections, Finance Office, Human Resources, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits + generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.

SCOPE OF POSITION: The Corrections Officer maintains discipline and order of incarcerated inmates in treatment housing areas and worker training sites within the county correctional facility.

A Day In The Life

We are committed to providing a safe environment for the inmate population here at Rockingham County Corrections. We provide programs both in our facility and outside of the facility to assist inmates in enhancing and acclimating to their personal lives. The Corrections Officer is a vital part of our team and is responsible for the care, custody, and overall control of the inmate population through enforcing policies and procedures. Officers will act as ex officio constable as appointed, with general police powers, including arrests within the jail or during transports. Further, they respond to the needs of the jail by working up to 16 hours on occasion.

Required Education And Experience

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency to qualify for NH Association of Counties "Corrections Officer Academy" Certification.
• Must be able to pass physical requirements of Group II Retirement Certification.
• Must possess a current and valid driver's license.
• Good writing skills with the ability to articulate well.
• Good interaction skills.
• Must pass polygraph test.

STATUS/SHIFT: Full Time / Non-Exempt / Union

• 2nd Shift: $1.75/Hour
• 3rd Shift: $2.00/Hour
• Weekend Premium: $3.00/Hour

Equal Employment Opportunity.

Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.

Rockingham County offers a complete benefits package to our Corrections Officers including: health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability and optional long-term disability. Employees working 35 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the New Hampshire Retirement System (pension plan). Go to for more information. For complete benefit information: Rockingham County Benefit Guide - Corrections Officers (Download PDF reader) Additional Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off (82.5 hours of vacation time, and 12 sick days accrued over the course of the year)
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• 100% Paid Short Term Disability (for full time employees)
• 100% Paid Life Insurance ($25,000) and AD&D Insurance ($25,000)
• Generous Contributions into Health Savings Account
• Optional Long Term Disability
• Optional Deferred Compensation 457B Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement ($4,000 annually following one year of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Website
• On-Site Gym, Staff Dining/Cafeteria, and Quiet Room w/ Massage Chair