Correctional Officer Detention Center

ALLEGANY COUNTY DETENTION CENTER

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

**In order to be considered for this position, you must complete an employment application per the instructions below**

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK

This is a position in the maintenance of security in an adult Direct Supervision Correctional Facility. The Correctional Officer works under the direct supervision of the Jail Administrator or a higher-ranking correctional supervisor and on an assigned shift. The Correctional Officer carries out the duties of a specific security assignment in a Direct Supervision facility whose population is comprised of adult male and female prisoners under confinement following court action. In general, this Correctional Officer does not supervise other employees but is required to supervise inmates in both residential and activity assignments. Correctional Officers not only assist in safety and security, but also in efficient operations and rehabilitative measures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent required. Maryland Correctional Academy and/or college-level course work in penology, psychology, criminal justice, or related field is desirable. Applicants MUST, within the first year of employment, complete a training course approved by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.

Applicants must have an ability to: enforce institutional rules firmly and fairly, detect potential behavior problems of inmates, detect early symptoms of common health problems, carry out oral and written directions accurately, monitor/supervise the activities of large groups of inmates, deal with persons displaying asocial and anti-social behavior, and prepare records and reports. The Correctional Officer must display maturity, understanding, fairness and tact, exemplary grooming, and genuine respect for authority at all times.

Candidates are subject to a thorough background investigation which includes a full employment history check, a credit check, a criminal history records check, and a driving records check. In addition, candidates must successfully complete a physical agility test and a medical examination that includes a drug test and a mental stability examination prior to employment.

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.)

COMPENSATION

This is a full-time non-exempt bargaining unit position for Allegany County. Starting salary $45,796.00 with a complete benefits package including life and health insurance, paid leave, and pension.

Applications and Complete Job Description are available in the Main Lobby at the address below or on the Web at:

http://alleganygov.org/Jobs.aspx

(NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE)

Applications are required and must be returned to:

Allegany County Office Complex

701 Kelly Road

Cumberland, MD 21502

APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED CONTINUALLY AT THIS TIME

(SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT A LATER DATE)

ALLEGANY COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,796.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,000 - $45,796