Correctional Officer

Norfolk County Sheriffs Office • Dedham, MA

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About The Position

The Norfolk Sheriff’s Office seeks to employ talented and committed individuals interested in joining a multi-talented, multi-cultural and professional organization dedicated to providing the utmost of public safety to the citizens of Norfolk County. In support of the Sheriff’s mission to serve the citizens of Norfolk County by enhancing public safety, employees are tasked with the operation of a safe, secure and humane correctional facility through the principles of direct supervision. In order to accomplish this goal, new employees become part of a highly trained, dedicated, professional, compassionate, and diverse workforce.
The level of responsibility of our employees requires that we take great care in recruiting the best candidates we can find. The Norfolk Sheriff's Office is committed to identifying hard-working and dedicated individuals pursuing careers in public safety/law enforcement. Our organization seeks individuals committed to the values of honor, integrity and selfless service.

Requirements

• Minimum age 21
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Honorable Discharge from the Armed Services (when applicable)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Pass a drug and psychological screening
• Pass a general and criminal background check
• Pass a written exam
• Pass a physical fitness test
• Demonstrate verbal, written and computer skills sufficient to effectively communicate
• Provide approved licensures (when applicable)
• Authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Shall be responsible for the care and custody of inmates detained at the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office and Correctional Center or related programs.
• Shall supervise inmates work details within the correctional center facility, ensuring that areas of responsibility are maintained in a clean, secure, and sanitary manner.
• Shall conduct searches of inmates and areas within the facility for contraband in accordance with Sheriff's Office policy and procedures.
• Shall ensure and enforce that the inmate population adhere to the regulations. Correctional Center's rules and
• Shall prepare inmate disciplinary, informational and other significant reports as required by the Facility Shift Commander.
• Shall transport prisoners to courts, hospitals or other institutions while securing their safety and secure custody.
• Shall adhere to proper key control procedures.
• Shall conduct accurate inmate head counts in accordance with Sheriff's Office policy and procedures.
• Shall be responsible for making recommendations to the classification board on each inmate assigned to his/her housing unit.
• Shall make recommendations to superiors regarding Sheriff's Office policy and procedure changes in accordance with the chain of command.
• Shall be required to maintain and properly document all facility logbooks.
• Shall conduct daily cell inspections to prevent contraband, security and sanitary violations.
• Shall be familiar with and ensure compliance with all emergency contingency plans: body alarm, escape, disorder, medical and fire emergency evacuation procedures.
• Shall assist and perform all other duties as assigned by the Facility Shift Commander.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Union Membership
• Tuition Remission
• Massachusetts State Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Vacation/Personal/Sick Benefits
• Paid Holidays/Comp
• Stipends for Longevity, Cleaning & Clothing, EMT Certificate Education, and Fitness
• Shift Bidding

What This Job Offers

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