Corrections Officer Job at County Of York, York, PA

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  • County Of York
  • York, PA

Job Description

Job Details

location on

3400 Concord Rd. York, PA 17402

work outline

Full Time - Hourly

paid

32.13 Per hour

schedule

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layers

Prison

domain

Corrections Officer

commute

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Job Summary

It shall be the duty of all prison officers to see to the custody and safekeeping of all prisoners, in a sanitary, humane, and orderly manner. Every possible effort should be made to see that the rights and privileges granted by law to prisoners are not denied them. Prison officers who become aware of any infraction of the prison rules whether by inmates or by other prison employees, shall report such violations to the supervisor. Any such violation constituting a threat to the prisoner himself, to other people’s safety, or to prison security, shall be reported in writing to the warden’s office via the supervisor.

About Us

Located in south-central Pennsylvania, York County Government offers many exciting and challenging opportunities to learn and grow in a career while making a difference in the lives of York County residents. Each County department meets a unique need in the community and provides an opportunity for both professional growth and personal satisfaction. York County offers a competitive wage and benefit package.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Observe inmate behavior, looking for signs of potential problems.
  • Patrol areas of the prison
  • Supervise inmate movement throughout facility, including inmate workers
  • Maintain order in facility, detect and prevent disturbances
  • Enforce rules and regulations of the facility
  • Inspect facility for cleanliness, contraband, and implements of escape
  • Prepare reports of incidents and other required reports
  • Conduct appropriate searches of inmates and living areas
  • Direct and admit visitors, including recording of visits and implementation of rules and restrictions on visitors
  • Monitor church services and pastoral visits
  • Work effectively with other correctional staff, including all departments and contracted service providers or vendors
  • Regulate ingress and egress from cells, cellblocks, and housing units
  • Attend required training
  • Respond as directed by other proper authorities in event of an emergency
  • Effective communication of rules and responsibilities to inmates
  • Inspect and distribute mail
  • Provide back-up security efforts to other corrections officers as needed
  • Assist in commitments and releases of inmates
  • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms
  • Perform other duties as required to ensure smooth operation of the institution

Essential Requirements

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • High School Diploma
  • Pennsylvania Driver’s License
  • Pass physical examination
  • Pass criminal background check
  • Must be at least 21 years of age at time of application.
  • Ability to react quickly in emergency situations
  • Ability to work without supervision
  • Ability to make decisions
  • Ability to work with others
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to observe changes in inmate personality, demeanor, attitude, and degree of program participation and to identify unusual or suspicious behaviors.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Contact Details

If you have any questions, please contact the county's Department of Human Resources at [email protected].

York County embraces diversity in our community and workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All hiring, promotions, demotions, training, and other opportunities are based on qualifications and without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability.

Job Tags

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