What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrections Officer position at Cambria County Prison?
FULL-TIME & PER DIEM CORRECTIONS OFFICERS
Cambria County Prison, Ebensburg, PA, is seeking individuals to fill open Full-Time and Per Diem Corrections Officer Positions. Individuals must have, or be willing to complete, the mandatory training as required by the Pennsylvania regulations governing adult detention facilities. Full-Time starting rate of pay is $24.29/hour. Per-Diem starting rate of pay is $14.00/hour with pay increases based upon the union’s employment contract. Full-Time benefits include sick time, holiday pay, shift differential, personal days, vacation days, Healthcare/Dental/Vision coverage, and retirement. Overtime is available. Interested individuals must be willing to work all shifts and mandatory overtime.
Job Summary
As a Correctional Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining order within correctional facilities, overseeing the safety and security of inmates and staff, and enforcing rules and regulations.
Duties
- Supervise and monitor inmate activities to prevent disturbances and escapes
- Conduct regular inspections of cells, common areas, and other facility locations
- Enforce facility rules and regulations fairly and firmly
- Escort inmates within the facility and during transport
- Respond to emergencies, such as fights or medical situations
- Write reports detailing daily activities, incidents, and inmate behavior
Qualifications (Preferred, not required)
- An understanding of security protocols and procedures
- Knowledge in conflict management techniques
- Knowledge in law enforcement or military service
- Report writing skills for documentation and incident reporting
Applications can be found at: www.cambriacountypa.gov/human-resources
Interested candidates, please submit your application to:
County of Cambria
Human Resources
401 Candlelight Drive, Suite 239
Ebensburg, PA 15931
Email: humanresources@co.cambria.pa.us
Fax: 814-472-1457
Equal Opportunity Employer
Females and Minorities are encouraged to apply
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $24.29 per hour
Benefits:
- Credit union membership
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Ebensburg, PA 15931 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Ebensburg, PA 15931: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $24