SkillBridge: Correctional Officer - Massachusetts Department of Correction
BufferSprings
Skillbridge Opportunity With Massachusetts Department Of Correction
You've already proven your commitment to service. Now it's time to continue that mission on the homefront. The Massachusetts Department of Correction (Mass DOC) is partnering with BufferSprings to offer a powerful SkillBridge opportunity for transitioning service members who are ready to find purpose in their next chapter. This isn't about checking boxes or filling time. It's about stepping into a new kind of uniform and playing a real role in protecting and rebuilding our communities. During your SkillBridge with Mass DOC, you'll gain hands-on experience across multiple career paths. You'll work alongside officers, program leaders, medical teams, educators, administrators, and operational staff who wake up every day to serve a bigger purpose. Whether you're exploring a long-term career in public safety or testing the waters in a structured, mission-driven environment, this opportunity gives you a front-row seat to real impact.
What You'll Experience
- Go behind the walls and inside the system to see how the Department of Correction operates
- Shadow and support seasoned professionals across departments like custody, reentry, logistics, education, health services, and administration
- Attend live hiring events, academy prep sessions, and behind-the-scenes tours
- Receive mentorship from BufferSprings and Mass DOC leaders who believe in growing talent from within
- Build relationships and gain insights that give you a competitive edge in the state hiring process
Who We're Looking For
- You don't need to have a background in corrections to thrive here. You need discipline, character, and a willingness to keep showing up when it matters.
- You're a transitioning service member approved for the DoD SkillBridge program
- You're driven by structure, purpose, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger
- You're curious about a career in public service, safety, reentry, or community justice
- You're dependable, respectful, and ready to learn from people who've spent years doing this work
Why It Matters
This isn't a job preview. It's a chance to figure out if this is the mission for you. Whether you're interested in becoming a Correction Officer, working in behavioral health, managing logistics, or running a facility, this SkillBridge gives you direct exposure to the people and systems that make it all work. You'll gain real knowledge and support to confidently decide what comes next after your military service. And if you choose to apply for a permanent role, you'll do it with insider insight, tailored preparation, and a network that's rooting for you.
Requirements
- Required Skills
- Strong sense of duty, integrity, and personal accountability
- Ability to maintain professionalism and composure under pressure
- Willingness to learn and adapt within a highly structured environment
- Clear and respectful communication, both verbal and written
- Situational awareness and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team
- Basic computer literacy and comfort with structured documentation
- Physical and mental readiness to participate in on-site activities
- Demonstrated interest in public service, security, rehabilitation, or logistics
- Commitment to completing the full SkillBridge term with consistent attendance
- Military Experience that Translates Well
- This opportunity aligns well for those with experience in: Military Police or Security Forces
- Leadership roles at any rank
- Operations, logistics, or supply chain
- Behavioral or mental health support
- Administrative or personnel management
- Facility, equipment, or vehicle maintenance
- We also encourage those from combat arms and other high-responsibility fields to apply. Your mindset, maturity, and experience under pressure will serve you well here.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in high-impact roles
- Exclusive preparation for the Correction Officer exam and academy
- Dedicated mentorship from veterans and Mass DOC leaders
- Priority interview consideration for future job openings
- Connection to a career that values loyalty, service, and growth
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Massachusetts Department of Correction and BufferSprings are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to hiring and advancing veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those from historically underrepresented communities in the workforce.
$64k - $120k
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