Correctional Sergeant Positions The Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) is actively recruiting experienced and dedicated professionals to serve as Correctional Sergeants. These positions are located in facilities across the state and provide a competitive salary range and excellent benefits for qualified applicants.
Salary: $47,839.20 - $80,121.60
Note:
The starting salary is determined based on education, experience, or a combination of both. This is a full-time position that includes supervising a small unit of correctional officers or performing highly responsible duties in a specialized area of Corrections. Applicants must meet the requirements below: High School Diploma or GEDTwo years of correctional work in the security of inmates at the level of Correctional Officer or higher Incumbents must be certified by the Alabama Peace Officer's Standards and Training Commission in order to obtain permanent status in this classification. Please attach a list of all training and certifications to your resume and State Personnel application.
How to apply:- Applications must be submitted to the State of Alabama Personnel Department. Apply online at Current Job Opportunities - SPD - State of Alabama Personnel Department
- The deadline for submitting applications to State Personnel is September 9, 2026. In addition:
- Please submit your resume, cover letter and direct any questions to recruiting@doc.alabama.govResumes will be received until job is filled.
Other Job Benefits include:
Subsistence Pay: $12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
Retirement:
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based); Optional Deferred Compensation Programs Low Cost Health Insurance: Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage); Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage); Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage; Optional Cancer Policy; Discounted Vision Care Program; Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
Paid Time Off:
14 Holidays per year; 1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only); 13 Sick days per year (accrued time off); 13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off); 168 Hours of military leave per year
