Description
Corrections Officers interpret, apply and review policies, regulations and directives; oversee the humane care, custody, discipline, safety, welfare, and correctional treatment of personnel confined at military correctional facilities (MCFs); review and recommend treatment programs, custody classification and other security, control and disposition matters related to the confinement or restraint of personnel. They review and make recommendations on clemency, parole and/or restoration to duty requests and other day-to-day requests from confined and restrained personnel. They investigate disturbances and recommend actions regarding discipline and adjustment; research and prepare correspondence and reports. They direct the operational, administrative and logistical activities of a brig regarding personnel administration, supply, training activities, messing, pay and funds accounts, and discipline. Corrections Officers also direct counseling and rehabilitation programs. Corrections Officers also provide commanders with the mission and immediate oversight of regional detention facilities in theater with subject matter expertise on the safe, humane and efficient care of enemy detainees entrusted to their care. Duties and billets include Administration Officer, Programs Officer, Operations Officer, Marine Corps Absentee Collection Center OIC, Detachments OIC, Revocation Hearing Officer, Brig Officer, Executive Officer, and Commanding Officer.
Core Skills
- corrections and detention facility management
- policy interpretation and compliance
- risk assessment and classification
- incident reporting and documentation
- case management and treatment planning oversight
- security procedures and access control
- investigative interviewing and analysis
- staff supervision and training
- report writing and recommendations
- coordination with legal and administrative authorities
- conflict resolution and de-escalation
- information handling and privacy compliance
Common Certifications
- Certified Correctional Officer (CCO)
- Certified Jail Officer (CJO)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Correctional Executive (CCE)
- Certified Correctional Supervisor (CCS)
Civilian Career Paths
- CORRECTIONS
- LAW ENFORCEMENT
- PHYSICAL SECURITY
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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Data sourced from official Marine Corps publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.