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Step 1
The very first step to do when looking to join the Georgia Department of Corrections is to see if you meet the minimum requirements. These are different for several of the positions but for the most part they follow these rules: must be a U.S citizen, at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED and then of course no felony convictions.
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Step 2
The next step in order to work for the Georgia Department of Corrections is to actually apply for a position. I will place a link on here with more detailed information about the application process. Just remember that there are numerous positions with different minimum requirements.
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Step 3
The third step in order to get a job with the Georgia Department of Corrections is to see if any testing is necessary for the desired position. For certain positions a person is required to take and pass the Criminal Justice exam. Applicants are allowed to take this test as many as three times in a calendar year. Upon completion of this exam your name will be placed on a list of acceptable applicants.
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Step 4
The next thing to keep in mind is that physical fitness standards need to be met in order to further a career with the Georgia Department of Corrections. Once again they can vary but usually they fall under these general requirements: 16 push-ups, 25 sit-ups and a 13-minute mile for men and 8 push-ups, 16 sit-ups and a 13-minute mile for women.
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Step 5
The final step in order to work for the Georgia Department of Corrections is to pass any post-entry exams and start training for the job. Depending on the position there can be a lengthy training period sometimes as long as 4 weeks depending on the role expected from the individual. This is called Basic Correctional Officer Training or known as BCOT for short.
