Correctional Officer

Pay Schedule I, Grade 3C, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week This job announcement may close at any time anytime with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. You MUST meet the following requirements before you can be hired as a Correctional Officer: High School diploma or an appropriate equivalent; At least 18 years old by the time you are hired; A citizen or resident alien of the United States; Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation; Successfully complete a psychological evaluation and polygraph examination; Successfully complete a physical and medical examination Application Process A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the information listed below. Applicants will automatically receive a system-generated email confirmation when their applications have been successfully submitted. Once applicants are deemed eligible by meeting the minimum qualifications, they will be invited to take a written exam with Baltimore County's testing vendor to continue on in the process. Make sure to review the Written Examination section below for additional information on this process. Under general supervision, maintains care and custody of inmates, security, and order on and off the property of the Baltimore County Department of Corrections. Assists in the receiving or discharging of inmates; Assures that inmates are searched, bathed, clothed, and assigned to cells; Confines and releases inmates from cells; Monitors inmate activities; Drives a County vehicle to transport and escort inmates to and from medical facilities and other locations; Supervises inmates on work details; Patrols, on foot, the internal and external perimeters of the institution, making periodic inspections of conditions; Enforces rules and regulations governing the conduct of visitors; Examines packages to be received by inmates; Maintains discipline and orderly conduct; Breaks up fights among inmates, restrains disorderly inmates; Uses appropriate self-defense tactics to deflect assault by inmates; Administers CPR and first aid; Investigates and handles emergencies and disorders within the Department of Corrections; Operates radios, telephones, and other communication equipment; Prepares routine reports and records; Keeps inventory of various items; Attends State mandated training to achieve and maintain correctional officer certification. Examples of Other Duties Performs general clerical duties. Assists in training new officers. Performs other related duties as required. (NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) Training and Experience Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent. To become a Correctional Officer, you must: Have a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent; Be at least 18 years old by the time you are hired; Be a citizen or resident alien of the United States; Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation; Successfully complete a psychological evaluation and a polygraph examination; Successfully complete a physical and medical examination. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level) Ability to count, to read, write, and speak the English language, to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, to operate a motor vehicle safely, to cope with situations in a firm and tactful manner with respect for the rights of others, to respond quickly and effectively, to make proper decisions under pressure, to learn from experience and apply knowledge gained effectively. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance) Knowledge of human relations, inmate character and habits, supervision of inmates, disciplinary, security, emergency, and safety policies and procedures, departmental rules and regulations, location of routine and emergency equipment, and appropriate terminology. Skill in record keeping and report writing, using effective verbal and non-verbal communication, CPR, first-aid, riot control equipment, restraining devices, fire extinguishers and other security and safety equipment, and driving a County vehicle while monitoring inmates. Ability to protect oneself and others, to handle hostile inmates with minimum amount of force, to observe and note unusual occurrences, to be aware of surroundings, to supervise inmates, to perform duties according to established policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Age Requirements Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment. Citizenship Requirements All applicants must be citizens or resident aliens of the United States at the time of application. Character Requirements All applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally and mentally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation, a psychological examination, and a drug test. Persons appointed to this classification are subject to random screening. Physical Requirements Applicants must be able to safely perform the duties of the position without posing a threat to the health or safety of themselves or others, as determined by a test of physical ability. In addition, after accepting an appointment to a position within this classification, all candidates will be required to pass a physical examination. Licenses and Certificates Some assignments may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial Class C Maryland driver's license. EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on the requirements, qualifications and answers to the supplemental questions. O