Hiring: Correctional Officer Company: New Jersey Department of Corrections Location: Bridgeton, NJ Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:19:46 About the job Experience: •18 years of age. Required Skills: •To provide public safety and security through the custody and management of those individuals incarcerated within the criminal justice system. •To ensure the safety and welfare of the staff and incarcerated population. •To assist in the rehabilitative efforts for those incarcerated individuals returning to the community. •To promote public support for the operation and objectives of the Department of Corrections. Qualifications: •Age: Minimum of 18 years of age. •Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States •License: Candidates will be required to possess a valid New Jersey driver s license. •Candidates for this position must be eligible to possess a firearm in accordance with State and Federal laws. •Background screening, employment history, driving history, domestic violence history, and criminal history are conducted. •Medical: Candidates will be given a thorough medical and psychological examination. Must provide urine samples for analysis to determine drug use. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!