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Caroline County Commissioners Correctional Officers (I and II) in Denton, Maryland
About the Job: Corrections is a uniformed service and one of the largest branches of publicsafety. Correctional Officers are responsible for overseeing individuals lawfully committed to theCaroline County Detention Center in accordance with State and Federal regulations. Employees are assigned to rotating shifts. Employees are considered essential, and subject tocall-in during emergencies and staffing shortages. They are also expected to report to work whenscheduled during all types of weather. Work is performed primarily in a correctional facility andemployees are continually required to conduct security checks and inspections of incarceratedindividuals housing areas. Employees are continually exposed to inmates who may be abusiveand hostile. When assigned to posts outside of the secured facility, employees may be exposed toinclement weather conditions. Employees are required to be capable of physically restraining orproviding medical assistance to individuals during emergencies. Employees are also required togive clear directions, supervise, and enforce rules and regulations in accordance withdepartmental policies. Staff must wear protective clothing such as gloves, masks, helmets, andriot vests when the need arises.
Essential Duties:
- Maintains security and control over inmates
- Conducts routine inspections and counts
- Escorts inmates throughout the facility
- Ensure compliance with all other County Rules and Regulations
- Performs other related duties as required
Correctional Officer I: This is the entry level of work in the custody, security and supervisionof adult inmates confined in a correctional facility. Employees in this classification do notsupervise other Correctional Officers.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- A high school graduate or G.E.D.
- Must possess a valid Maryland Drivers License
- Ability to learn and follow detailed procedures and orders
- Ability to work under potentially dangerous circumstances
- Ability to meet essential physical functions
Salary: $42,445 - $59,642 Annually
Correctional Officer II: This position is the full performance level of work in the custody,security and supervision of adult inmates confined in a correctional facility. Employees in thisclassification do not supervise other Correctional Officers.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- A high school graduate or G.E.D.
- Must possess a valid Maryland Drivers License
- Ability to learn and follow detailed procedures and orders
- Ability to work under potentially dangerous circumstances
- Ability to meet essential physical functions
- Must be a State of Maryland Certified Correctional Officer
- Maintain defensive driving certification
Salary: $46,217 - $63,934 Annually
Upon employment offer, applicants will be subject to a substance abuse test, physical exam,psychological evaluation, and complete background investigation. Deadline: Open Until Filled
Apply online at: https://carolinemd.org//Jobs.aspx Alternatively, applications can be mailed to: Caroline County,Office of Human Resources 602 Crystal Ave. Denton, Maryland 21629. Applications can also be downloaded, filled out, and returned by email to: hr posting@carolinemd.org