Correctional Officer

Pay Schedule I, Grade 3C, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

All applicants interested in this position with the Baltimore County Department of Corrections must apply at this time.

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.
  
  

Examples of Duties

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.)

Qualifications

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.
  
  

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on the requirements, qualifications and answers to the supplemental questions.

Conditions of Employment

Personnel appointed to this position will be required to work an average scheduled workweek of 40 hours, which will includes Saturday, Sunday, and holidays. Employees in this classification will be required to work any of three shifts in order that twenty-four hour coverage is maintained.

All employees are subject to call to duty and to overtime in emergencies with little or no notice.

During the first year of employment, the employee must receive certification as a correctional officer from the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.

Employees must pass retraining requirements as mandated throughout employment.

The work of this classification entails frequent walking and standing. The work involves frequent interaction with an inmate population at the detention center. Some assignments may entail the operation of a motor vehicle.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits For Full-Time, Merit Or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Benefits

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

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The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly.

• I have read and acknowledge this statement.
  
  

02

Do you possess a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Are you currently 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

If you are not currently 18 years of age at the time of this application, will you become 18 years of age within the next six months?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Are you a citizen or resident alien of the United States at the time of this application?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

If you are a resident alien of the United States, have you been in the United States of America for at least 5 years?

• Yes
• No
• Not applicable. I am a United States citizen.
  
  

07

Driver's License: Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
• Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Driver's License Learners Permit
• I do not have a Driver's License
  
  

08

Were you referred by a Department of Corrections Employee?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide the first and last name of the Department of Corrections employee who referred you. If you answered "No" to the previous question, respond N/A to this question.

10

How did you hear about this position? Select all that apply.

• WMAR ABC TV
• WJZ CBS
• Job Fair (specify) below where)
• Bounce TV Station
• FOX 45 News
• Other (please explain)
  
  

11

If you selected "Job Fair" or "Other" to the previous question, please explain .

12

Positions in this class require applicants to be of good moral character and emotionally and mentally stable as determined by a comprehensive background investigation, a psychological examination, polygraph examination, and a drug test. Persons appointed to this classification are subject to random drug screening. Are you willing to submit to all of the above testing?

• Yes
• No
  
  

13

Do you have a felony conviction?

• Yes
• No
  
  

14

Have you used, tried, or experimented with Marijuana or Hashish at least once in the last three years?

• Yes
• No
  
  

15

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide the last date of use. (Month and Year: MM/YYYY) If you answered "No" to the previous question, respond N/A to this question.

16

Have you ever used, tried, or experimented with Mushrooms, Ecstasy or Peyote?

• Yes
• No
  
  

17

Have you ever used, tried, or experimented with PCP, LSD, Mescaline and/or their derivatives?

• Yes
• No
  
  

18

Persons hired as Correctional Officers will work an average workweek of 40 hours, which may include Saturday, Sunday, and holidays. Persons in this classification may be assigned to any of three shifts in order that twenty-four hour coverage is maintained. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes
• No
  
  

19

The work of a Correctional Officer entails frequent walking and standing. The work involves frequent interaction with an inmate population at the detention center. Some assignments may entail the operation of a motor vehicle. Are you willing and able to perform the physical activities of this position in these environmental conditions?

• Yes
• No
  
  

20

During the first year of employment, persons hired in this classification must receive certification as a correctional officer from the Maryland Correctional Training Commission. Persons must pass retraining requirements as mandated throughout employment. Are you willing to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes
• No
  
  

21

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my email address, and my contact telephone numbers, My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and then follow the prompts.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
  
  

22

Communication with applicants will be sent to the email address you provided to complete this application. You are advised to check your email regularly.

• I have read and acknowledge this statement.
• Required Question