Law Enforcement with a Public Safety Purpose

The COT is an entry-level position that prepares employees to become Correctional Officers. COTs are responsible for the same tasks as CSGs. However, firearms certification allows them to work additional posts, such as transferring inmates, manning towers and operating perimeter trucks.

Requirements:

COT candidates must meet all the CSG requirements along with the following ones:

• 19 years of age
• College degree OR BAT/ACT Workkeys test results
• Must pass the physical fitness assessment
• Psychiatric evaluation

Training:

COTs must complete the 10-week APOSTC Academy to receive APOSTC certification.
 

ACTIVATE Career Readiness Program

What is ACTIVATE?

Enrollment is open for a new, no-cost college and career readiness program aimed at reducing barriers for those who need additional assistance to become Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) correctional officers. This six-week course will provide hands-on help with meeting the physical and educational standards for ADOC correctional officers. This also allows the participants to get paid as a COT while in training and receiving college credit. Upon completing the six-week course, participants will attend the 10-week APOSTC Academy where they will have the opportunity to earn certified law enforcement officer status.

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Benefits:

• Make More Money: program participants will be hired as COTs and receive COT pay and benefits. For current CSGs, this could increase your yearly salary by nearly $15,000!
• Earn College Credit: upon completing the program, participants can earn up to nine college credits from an accredited institution for free in just six weeks. There are several ACCS campuses offering the ACTIVATE curriculum depending on where you reside.
• Receive More Benefits: program participants will receive state employee benefits including health insurance and retirement benefits. Upon completing the program, participants will receive APOSTC benefits which will open more growth opportunities as a law enforcement officer.

Who Qualifies:

Individuals who meet the following requirements qualify to participate in the ACTIVATE Career Readiness Program.

• 19 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver license
• U.S. citizen
• No felony or domestic violence convictions
• Physical fitness assessment
• Psychiatric evaluation

How to Apply:

• Visit www.adocjobs.us to apply for a COT position at the facility at which you are interested in working.
• For questions about the ACTIVATE program, please contact Shani Nix at Shani.Nix@doc.alabama.gov.

The CSG is an entry-level position. CSGs work many non-contact posts inside the facilities. Primary responsibilities include inspecting dormitories, conducting facility searches, working dining halls, and promoting rehabilitation.

Requirements:

• 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• U.S. citizen
• Clean drug screen and background check
• No felony or domestic violence convictions
• Honorable discharge from the U.S. Armed Forces (general or uncharacterized discharges may be accepted.)

Training:

CSGs must complete a 1-week on-site training course with a designated Field Training Officer.