The Georgia Department of Labor will help Hays State Prison in Trion Georgia recruit about 70 correctional officers on Thursday, August 18th, in LaFayette.

The recruitment will be held from 10:00am – 2:00pm at the LaFayette Housing Authority, at 300 South Oak Street.  

While previous experience as a correctional officer isn’t necessary those with prior military experience are encouraged to apply; applicants must be at least 21 years of age, and have a high school diploma, or General Education Diploma (GED).

The starting salary for correctional officers at the prison is $31,040 a year; all those seeking employment are encouraged to visit the website www.employgeorgia.com to prepare their resume and create an account.   

Having an Employ Georgia account and resume will expedite the interview process.

For more information contact the Lafayette Career Center at (706) 638-5525.

The Career Center – located at 200 West Villanow Street – is open Monday – Friday, between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm.