Do You Have an Open Position to Fill at Your Facility? List Your Job Openings for FREE in AJA's Career Center!
The AJA Career Center connects corrections professionals with agencies nationwide seeking skilled, dedicated individuals. With more than 3,500 local jails nationwide, the field offers diverse opportunities in operations, administration, health services, technology, training, and more. Members can explore current job openings, learn about career paths, and access resources that support advancement and professional development.
AJA members may also post job openings free, reaching qualified candidates throughout the corrections community. Whether you’re beginning your career, pursuing advancement, or hiring for your agency, the Career Center provides a trusted platform to take your next step.
Corrections Careers Spotlight
Posted Career Center opportunities are regularly highlighted in the AJAlert, AJA's weekly e-newsletter sent to AJA's entire membership database. These featured listings help agencies reach qualified professionals nationwide and give members direct access to new positions, advancement opportunities, and career resources every week.
Post Vacancies at No Cost
AJA members can post job openings in the AJA Career Center at no cost, reaching corrections professionals nationwide. Listings are also featured in AJAlert, AJA’s weekly e‑newsletter, giving your agency added visibility and helping you connect with qualified candidates quickly and effectively.
Advance Your Career with AJA Certification
AJA’s Certification Program helps corrections professionals demonstrate their knowledge, competency, and commitment to excellence. Through nationally recognized credentials—including Certified Jail Officer, Certified Jail Supervisor, and Certified Jail Manager—members can validate their expertise and strengthen their professional credibility. Certification supports career advancement, encourages continued education, and promotes effective leadership across local corrections.
The Jail Manager Certification Commission oversees the standards to ensure each credential reflects the highest level of professionalism. AJA members also receive discounted certification application fees, making it easier and more affordable to take the next step in their career.
Connect, Share, and Learn with iConnect: Your Members-Only Online Community
iConnect is AJA’s members‑only online community, giving you a virtual space to learn, share, and stay connected with peers nationwide. After logging in through AJA’s website, you can update your profile, join specialized communities, participate in discussions, and access posts from professionals in every area of local corrections.
iConnect makes it easy to ask questions, exchange ideas, and follow conversations that matter to your work. You can browse discussion threads, respond to posts, search topics, and control your privacy settings—all in one centralized platform designed to support collaboration, professional growth, and real‑time engagement.
Stay Connected with AJA Across All Social Platforms for Updates, Resources, and Community
AJA’s social media channels keep you connected to the latest news, training opportunities, industry updates, and member highlights from across the country. By following AJA on Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and Instagram, you’ll receive real‑time announcements, conference information, leadership insights, and resources that support your work in local corrections.
Social media also gives you a direct line to AJA’s community, allowing you to engage with posts, share ideas, celebrate achievements, and stay informed about what’s happening in the field. It’s one of the easiest ways to stay connected, involved, and up to date with the association.