Correctional Officer - Part Time

Frederick County Government•Frederick County Adult Detention Center - Frederick, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This uniformed corrections position is responsible for maintaining security and discipline at the Frederick County Adult Detention Center on any shift as assigned by the Assistant Bureau Chief or Bureau Chief. Duties are performed with close supervision from a Field Training Officer, Correctional Officer II or higher. Initial assignments are carried out in accordance with current policies and procedures with structured on-the-job training throughout a 12-month probationary period. The employee participates as a team member with other correctional personnel in maintaining a safe, secure and controlled environment. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Requirements

Minimum age 18 years
U.S.A. citizenship
High school graduation or the equivalent
Possession of a valid driver's license
Possession of current certification by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC) as a Correctional Officer
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Ability to learn and effectively apply appropriate skills and techniques to supervise inmates and enforce facility rules and regulations
Ability to respond quickly, calmly and appropriately in standard duty and emergency situations, demonstrating good judgment in independent actions and referrals to higher authority
Ability to effectively train, direct and mentor Officers of lesser rank
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with inmate population, co-workers and the general public, while maintaining professional attitude, appearance and manner of performance
Strong and effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including the ability to write clear, complete and concise reports
Sound physical condition in order to effectively respond to spontaneous physical demands of corrections duties (e.g. restraint and control of prisoners, searches, foot pursuit, etc.), with ability to meet and maintain compliance with FCSO physical fitness standards
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to constantly walk, reach and perform repetitive motions; frequently sit, climb, stoop, lift up to 20 pounds and drive; occasionally lift between 20-50 pounds and push up to 40 pounds; and rarely crawl, lift over 50 pounds, push over 40 pounds and pull over 40 pounds
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors in a noisy environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases; frequently work outdoors, walking on uneven ground and wear protective equipment; and rarely work in a dirty and dusty environment

Responsibilities

Maintain direct supervision, security and control over inmate population; enforce facility rules, regulations and disciplinary standards
As needed, submit written reports of violations or irregularities to supervisory staff
Maintain a system of regular and on-going counts of the inmate population; participate in routine searches and cell shakedowns to control contraband
Conduct frequent security checks to ensure the safety and security of the inmate population as well as the overall condition of the facility
Observe inmate activity and behavior patterns to detect and prevent disturbances, escape attempts and security violations
Assist in physically controlling dangerous situations
Escort inmates to and from in-house activities and remain present to enforce safety and security
As needed, transport inmates to other locations outside the facility
Process incarcerants into the facility according to standard procedures; prepare records of personal items and maintain responsibility for inmate property control
Distribute sanitation supplies, deliver mail, and issue bedding and clothing to inmate population
Communicate with the public on matters of visiting hours, inmate phone call periods, authorized articles for inmates and other inmate related information
Communicate with attorneys, bondsmen, law enforcement agencies and the courts as necessary
Operate radio equipment, electric security doors, monitor cameras and life safety systems, control access to restricted areas by security keys
Perform other related duties as required