The Department of Corrections has launched a recruitment drive to find qualified Bermudians interested in becoming corrections officers.

The campaign, intended to bolster staffing at the department, is to run until the end of the year.

Kim Wilkerson, the Minister of Justice, said corrections officers play a critical role in “ensuring public safety, promoting rehabilitation and fostering reintegration”.

She added: “The Government is steadfast in its support of the Department of Corrections as part of our broader initiative to empower Bermudians, strengthen our community and invest in effective rehabilitation strategies.

“I encourage all suitably qualified Bermudians to consider this vital and rewarding career path.”

Keeva Joell-Benjamin, the Commissioner of Corrections, added that the position was an opportunity to contribute to the safety and wellbeing of the island and make a positive difference to the lives of others.

“Officers work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth, specialised training and meaningful community impact,” she said.

“We are looking for individuals who are dedicated, resilient and ready to join a team committed to excellence.”

The Department of Corrections said it encouraged Bermudians and spouses of Bermudians who have a Bermuda School Diploma or an equivalent to apply.

A spokesman for the department said: “Candidates should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, robust observational abilities and the capacity to remain extremely vigilant in dynamic and potentially high-pressure situations.

“Recruits will have access to specialised training courses and a foundational 12-week training programme covering essential legislative and procedural knowledge.

“These courses include officer safety protocols, effective use of force techniques and de-escalation strategies, equipping new officers with the skills to maintain security and uphold the highest standards of professionalism in challenging situations.”

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