United States Marine Corps (USMC)

Officer Job Descriptions

MOS 5804, Corrections Officer (III)

a. Summary. Corrections officers interpret, apply and review policies, regulations and directives; oversee the humane care, custody, discipline, safety, welfare, and correctional treatment of confined and restrained personnel; review and recommend treatment programs, custody classification and other security, control and disposition matters related to the confinement or restraint of personnel. They review and make recommendations on clemency, parole and/or restoration to duty requests and other day-to-day requests from confined and restrained personnel. They investigate disturbances and recommend actions regarding discipline and adjustment; research and prepare correspondence and reports. They direct the operational,
administrative and logistical activities of a brig or correctional custody unit regarding personnel administration, supply, training activities, messing, pay and funds accounts, and discipline. Corrections officers also direct counseling and rehabilitation programs.

b. Requirements/Prerequisites

(1) Complete the Basic or Advanced Corrections Course at U.S. Air Force Military Training Center, Lackland AFB, TX.

(2) Must be a warrant officer and have previously held MOS 5831 or MOS 5832.

c. Duties. For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to MCO 1510.86, Individual Training Standards.

d. Related DOT Classification/DOT Code. Director, Institution 186.117-018.