Corrections Officer I

Chester County, PA • PA, PA

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About The Position

Chester County Prison is currently accepting applications for the full-time position of Correctional Officer. This is entry-level work involving formal and informal academic and on-the-job training in ensuring the security and safety of Prison staff, inmates (sentenced and non-sentenced), visitors, premises, and property. Under the supervision of senior personnel, an employee in this position directs inmate activity in cell blocks, housing units, work areas, and dining and recreation areas; observes inmates from posted watch stations, and in corridors and visiting areas, ensuring security and adherence to Prison rules; and provides advice and informal guidance to inmates. Work may vary from shift to shift and station to station. An employee in this position serves conditionally during his/her probationary period and must complete, with passing grades, an agenda of formal and informal instruction and practice. The qualified candidate must be at least 21 years of age by the date of hire. Following hire, successful completion and maintenance of accreditation/certification in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, use of automatic external defibrillator (AED), and satisfactory completion of Basic Training, PA Department of Corrections Academy or its equivalent, is required within 12 consecutive months from date of hire. A favorable criminal background check is required. It is expected that all applicants for this position will achieve and maintain certification in the use, handling, and care of issued mandatory equipment and uniforms for continued appointment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Basic skill to use a personal computer and various software packages.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgement.
• Easily adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Ability to use common sense understanding to carry out written or verbal instructions.
• Must maintain a positive attitude and present a positive self-image.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Nice To Haves

• Department of Corrections Training Academy graduate.
• Criminal justice background.
• Prison/Law enforcement experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Provides care, custody and control of inmates at a county correctional institution or facility on an assigned shift.
• Directs inmate activities and maintains security in cellblocks, housing units, work areas, dining and recreation areas.
• Observes inmates from towers, in corridors or in visiting areas, searches visitors, moves groups of inmates from one area of an institution to another, patrols assigned areas.
• Provides advice and guidance in assisting inmates in their adjustment to and participating in correctional processes and the facilities rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Relevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED