Hiring Process

Corrections Hiring Process

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Applicants for a Correctional Officer position must pass a series of tests to determine if they are suitable candidates for the job. The testing process is divided into two series, Phase I and Phase II.

Click on the links below for more information about each phase of the selection process.

Polygraph

The polygraph examination verifies that the applicant has provided accurate information during the hiring process.

Drug Screen and Medical Assessment

Applicants receive a complete physical examination and drug test to ensure they can function as a correctional officer. Through the Gwinnett County Wellness Center, applicants receive a complete physical examination and drug test to ensure they can function as a correctional officer.

Psychological Evaluation

The psychological evaluation consists of a written and oral examination. A series of written tests measure various personality and psychological factors related to the corrections field. The results of the written tests provide the psychologist with information for the interview, which measures psychological suitability to supervise and manage offenders.

Final Job Offer

Applicants who successfully complete Phase II receive a final job offer. Once the final job offer is accepted, the applicant receives an official hire date when he/she becomes a Gwinnett County employee.


For job recruitment, call 678.407.6010 or email at Shawntez.Williams@GwinnettCounty.com.

Polygraph

The polygraph examination verifies that the applicant has provided accurate information during the hiring process.

Drug Screen and Medical Assessment

Applicants receive a complete physical examination and drug test to ensure they can function as a correctional officer. Through the Gwinnett County Wellness Center, applicants receive a complete physical examination and drug test to ensure they can function as a correctional officer.

Psychological Evaluation

The psychological evaluation consists of a written and oral examination. A series of written tests measure various personality and psychological factors related to the corrections field. The results of the written tests provide the psychologist with information for the interview, which measures psychological suitability to supervise and manage offenders.

Final Job Offer

Applicants who successfully complete Phase II receive a final job offer. Once the final job offer is accepted, the applicant receives an official hire date when he/she becomes a Gwinnett County employee.


For job recruitment, call 678.407.6010 or email at Shawntez.Williams@GwinnettCounty.com.