Correctional Officer II (Corporal)

The Correctional Officer II is responsible for maintaining order and security in the correctional environment through supervision of subordinate officers and inmates. This position also ensures safe and secure operations through effective communications with inmates, staff, and the public and is responsible for ensuring that all staff under his/her supervision is following county and prison policies and procedures.

• In addition to all basic officer duties, maintain general order and security of the facility.
• Perform problem-solving functions with inmates and/or staff.
• Establish and maintain a positive rapport with fellow staff members.
• Supervise inmate movement and assist operations in assigned duty posts.
• Review/assist with emergency procedures and participate with fire drills.
• Maintain health, safety and sanitation within all areas and submit sanitation recommendations to appropriate departments.
• Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as directed.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), one year of job-related experience in corrections or law enforcement, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• An approved D.O.C. basic training certification.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• Weapons-qualified.
• Self-Defense / Tactical training.
• Suicide prevention training.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
• Maintain a positive attitude and present a positive professional image.
• Criminal Justice background.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team and proceed with objectives.
• Ability to follow protocols to handle and resolve recurring problems.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. 
• Ability to use common sense to carry out written and verbal instructions without delay.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgement and an ability to make firm unbiased decisions.
• Flexible, with an ability to carry multiple tasks to completion
• Exhibits a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn new tasks.
• Professionalism, integrity, and honesty with an ability to handle confidential matters.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Associates degree in criminal justice or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in corrections or law enforcement.
• Firearms training/qualification.
• Ability to use video equipment.
• Working knowledge of County of Chester Employee Handbook and Prison Handbook.

 
 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.

Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have:

• Basic to Intermediate Office Suite Skills, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Explorer)
• Basic Outlook skills (Email and Calendar)
• Working knowledge of the Chester County Court Management system

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit.  The employee will need to climb stairs; twist or bend at the waist; lift items up to 50 pounds; and drive to and from various locations when assigned.  
The specific vision requirements listed for this position are:

• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) - 1 Officer to 64 inmates.
• Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)  - Observation of inmates in housing, work and recreational areas.
• Ability to adjust focus of the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to extremely loud at times.
• Daily conditions consist of working with inmates, which can lead to life threatening situations at any time (assaults, contagious diseases, hostage-taking, riots, etc.).
• Will be subjected to infectious disease, medical, mental ordeals.
• Required to work with adjudicated criminals, unarmed.
• Conditions that can pose a high degree of stress due to the high-risk population, unknown contagious diseases, confined areas, mentally challenged persons.
• Required to work in the yard, outdoors-perimeter (hot and cold weather), working cell blocks.

Other:

• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to work extended hours, as necessary.

Salary : $55,399