Correctional Officer CCTC - Lateral Transfer

State of Delaware • Dover, DE

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About The Position

This is an entry-level position responsible for the discipline and security of an assigned post inside and/or outside a secure facility. The work includes acquiring working knowledge of rules, regulations, procedures, techniques, and equipment through orientation and on-the-job training. Positions report to a technical supervisor.

Applicants may apply only if they are current Correctional Officer employees of the State of Delaware Department of Correction in a Merit System-covered position and have completed their initial probationary period. Correctional Officer series employees may be eligible to retire under HB363 if, at retirement, they have completed 25 years of pension-creditable State service, including at least 20 years in a classified Correctional Officer series position. Incumbents who work four or more hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. receive 5% shift differential pay.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system. This position is organized under an exclusive bargaining representative; the selected candidate may join and pay dues or decline membership and not pay dues or a fee. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a valid driver's license that is not suspended, revoked, cancelled, or subject to a driving disqualification.
• Be a current Correctional Officer employee of the State of Delaware Department of Correction in a position covered by the Merit System and have completed the initial probationary period.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control of inmates while escorting individuals or groups within the prison.
• Keep accurate inmate head counts at the assigned security post.
• Conduct periodic shakedowns and search inmates, visitors, employees, cell blocks, and other structures for prohibited items and contraband.
• Operate manual and electronic locking systems.
• Enforce rules, regulations, and procedures affecting inmate discipline, security, and safety.
• Observe inmate activities to detect unusual or prohibited behavior that could threaten facility security or the safety of inmates, employees, or visitors.
• Ensure inmates follow proper standards of care for living areas and personal hygiene.
• Maintain custody of inmates during transport to other institutions and in the community for court appearances or appointments.
• Prepare and maintain daily logs and routine reports of activities and incidents on the assigned shift using an automated information system.
• May train and care for K-9, including feeding, grooming, and kennel maintenance.
• May provide backup inside the institution for riot control and shakedown activities.
• May participate in the pursuit of escapees.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefit package is available.
• A 5% shift differential is paid to incumbents who work four or more hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED