Correctional Officer - Maine State Prison, Warren.

Internal Applicant Notice If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. Correctional Officer – Maine State Prison, Warren Pay Grade 16: $26.06 – $31.28 per hour (includes $1.00 institutional stipend). Annual salary $54,204.80 – $65,062.40 not including shift differentials or premium overtime rate. Job Class Code: 5207 Open: May 21, 2026 | Close: Posted until filled About the Role An Correctional Officer at Maine State Prison is more than a job – it’s a calling. As a Corrections Professional, you will carry a responsibility that extends beyond duty. You are entrusted by the public to protect the lives of those placed in your charge, safeguard the weak against oppression or intimidation, defend the peace against violence or disorder, and approach every interaction— with residents, colleagues, superiors, and the public— with honesty, fairness, and professionalism. You will be expected to uphold confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate integrity, compassion, and self‑restraint in all circumstances. Both in and out of uniform, your conduct will reflect the highest ideals of this profession. Minimum Requirements At least 18 years old. Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (HiSET, GED, etc.). Valid driver’s license. Pay & Benefits Health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Paid leave: vacation, sick, FMLA, parental for new parents, military for active duty soldiers. 1998 Special Plan Retirement: retirement eligible at 55 years old with 10–25 years of service, earning 2% per year of your highest three‑year average salary (e.g., 20% with 10 years; 50% with 25 years). Wellness Benefits Free Employee Assistance Program includes confidential counseling, wellness coaching, and more for everyone in your household. Peer support, wellness specialists, and therapy dog handler teams (CISM certified). Access to 24/7 telehealth. Facility staff gym use. Gym membership reimbursement up to $40 per month. Free meals when service is during your shift. Training & Schedule Begin your career with confidence through paid, on‑the‑job training (OJT) and state certification: Pre‑Academy OJT → New Staff Orientation → Basic Corrections Training → 80‑hour OJT → Certified Correctional Officer. Training phase: Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Post‑training: 12‑hour shifts (6 a.m. – 6 p.m. or 6 p.m. – 6 a.m., depending on facility needs) Week 1: 3 days on / 4 days off Week 2: 4 days on / 3 days off Half the year off— with no mandating on your days off. Links for Additional Information How to Become a Correctional Officer: Video – The BCTP Experience: Preparing for the Interview: Questions? Email View email address on click.appcast.io State of Maine Benefits No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—“Dirigo” or “I lead”—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. The State of Maine supports our workforce’s health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: Work‑life balance – rest is essential. Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave accrue with years of service. Overtime‑exempt employees receive personal leave. Health insurance coverage – the State pays 85%–95% of employee‑only premiums (annual value $11,196.96 – $12,514.32) depending on salary. Premiums for dependents may also be covered. Dental insurance – 100% of employee‑only premiums (annual value $350.40). Retirement plan – the State contributes 19% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) on behalf of the employee. Gym membership reimbursement – up to $40 per month. Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts – pre‑tax money to help pay for out‑of‑pocket health care or daycare expenses. Public service student loan forgiveness – the State is a qualified employer for this federal program. Living resources program – employee assistance for challenging work and life situations. Parental leave – up to six weeks fully paid for new parents, with additional unpaid leave available under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Voluntary deferred compensation – save additional pre‑tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. There’s a job and then there’s purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds, including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. 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