Correctional Officer

Summary

Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs All applications will be accepted from 08/17/2026 - 10/25/2026 HIRING BONUS New employees are eligible for bonus of 20% of starting salary - 10% upon graduation from academy and 10% after 12 months satisfactory employment. That's over $10,000! Employees must meet all criteria to be eligible for the bonus. ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION Starting salary $52,047 during the training academy based on an 8-hour shift. Upon graduation from the academy, the salary increases to $63,758 with potential to reach up to $75,562 based on a 12-hour shift. As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you're interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here. What we offer 1. Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 2. Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 3. Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs. 4. Benefits - We care about your well-being. General Job Description: This is general duty correctional work maintaining security and discipline in a City correctional institution or police detention facility on an assigned shift. Work includes responsibility for guarding inmates at a work location, in cell blocks, transporting them from institutions to and from courts and between institutions, and in the performance of general laboring tasks as required. Work is performed under the close supervision of higher level correctional or police personnel. The Requirements are as follows: 1. EDUCATION: Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth school grade. AND 2. AGE: Must be 20 years old at time of hire. The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Rashida Ximines. You can contact Rashida at rashida.ximines@phila.gov. The City of Philadelphia is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Learn more at If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact: hrhelpdesk@phila.gov

Job Description

Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs All applications will be accepted from 08/17/2026 - 10/25/2026 HIRING BONUS New employees are eligible for bonus of 20% of starting salary - 10% upon graduation from academy and 10% after 12 months satisfactory employment. That's over $10,000! Employees must meet all criteria to be eligible for the bonus. ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION Starting salary $52,047 during the training academy based on an 8-hour shift. Upon graduation from the academy, the salary increases to $63,758 with potential to reach up to $75,562 based on a 12-hour shift. As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you're interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here. What we offer 1. Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 2. Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 3. Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs. 4. Benefits - We care about your well-being. General Job Description: This is general duty correctional work maintaining security and discipline in a City correctional institution or police detention facility on an assigned shift. Work includes responsibility for guarding inmates at a work location, in cell blocks, transporting them from institutions to and from courts and between institutions, and in the performance of general laboring tasks as required. Work is performed under the close supervision of higher level correctional or police personnel. The Requirements are as follows: 1. EDUCATION: Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth school grade. AND 2. AGE: Must be 20 years old at time of hire. The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Rashida Ximines. You can contact Rashida at rashida.ximines@phila.gov. The City of Philadelphia is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Learn more at If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact: hrhelpdesk@phila.gov