Correctional Officer

Job Summary:
This is institutional security work that involves maintaining security, and discipline, preventing escapes, protecting inmates and their property, preventing damage or loss of County property, and enforcing all the rules and regulations of the Prison in a firm, fair, and impartial manner to ensure the care, custody, and control of inmates in the County Prison.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

1. Conducts searches of the incoming inmates and prepares them for commitment; including completing strip searches, removing lice, securing and inventorying inmates' personal property, photographing inmates for file creation, and issuing Prison property.

2. Processes individuals released from the prison completing procedures including but not limited to returning personal property and retrieving Prison Property.

3. Patrol cell block areas and housing units to ensure no fire hazards or suspicious occurrences and that inmate living areas are suitable. Observes inmates, their activities, and any unusual behaviors.

4. Documents and maintains a daily log of Prison activities and inmate headcounts. Prepares written reports of inmate misconduct, unsafe conditions, breaches or suspected breaches of security, injured inmates, extraordinary occurrences, and other matters as directed by your supervisor.

5. Performs searches of cells, ranges, exercise yards, incoming mail searches, and all areas of the prison in general, as well as frisks and/or strip searches of inmates, as directed, confiscating contraband.

6. Performs a variety of duties including but not limited to receiving and forwarding request slips, arranging for court clothing, filling and distributing of commissary wares, distributing of mail, distribution of housing supplies and cleaning materials, assisting with laundry service and movement of inmates. Supervises medication distribution by medical staff.

7. Operates unit control. Ensures all doors, and windows are locked and the prison is secure.

8. Assists in the intervention in a crisis situation. Arranges for the emergency medical needs of inmates, performing First Aid and/or CPR or other emergency care if warranted, until medical arrives.

9. Responds to calls for assistance from Prison Personnel and renders such assistance as required by the nature of the incident including but not limited to defusing altercations, quieting disorder, extraction of inmates from cell or range, and movement of inmates to other areas of the Prison.

10. Establishes and maintains a constant vigil, control, and authority over areas of responsibility in a manner that gains the general respect of inmates, and prevents escape of inmates, inmate disorder, and other disallowed behavior.

11. Controls and/or restrains inmates as required for the safety and security of inmates, prison personnel, visitors, and property.

12. Directs and supervises the activities of inmates including but not limited to the work of trustees, yard exercise, visits, serving of meals, attendance at group meetings, and socializing between individuals or groups of inmates on ranges and in cells.

13. Enforces the rules and regulations of the Prison concerning inmate conduct and the conduct of individuals visiting the prison.

14. Performs inmate escort security duty within the Prison for administrative, medical, and other various purposes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language in an understandable manner and to follow oral and written instructions in order to carry out essential job duties.

2. Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to inmate information and records.

3. Must possess personal integrity and honesty.

4. Must possess the ability to work effectively with inmates and Prison staff.

5. Must possess a high degree of alertness and ability to detect problems or potential problems.

6. Must possess the ability to understand the practices, policies, and procedures of the Prison operation.

7. Must possess the ability to react quickly and calmly in an emergency.

8. Must possess the ability to enforce rules and regulations with firmness.

9. Must possess the ability to maintain certification/licensure to carry a weapon.

10. Must possess some knowledge and understanding of individual and group behavior and attitude of individuals under restraint.

11. General knowledge and understanding of the Criminal Justice System.

12. General knowledge and understanding of the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, County Prisons, and local holding facilities.

13. Knowledge of the purpose and methods used in maintaining order and discipline required in a correctional institution.

14. Some knowledge and understanding of individual and group behavior and attitude of individuals under restraint.

15. Ability to establish self as a figure of authority and gain the respect of others.

16. Ability to direct and supervise the work and activities of inmates.

Joining our team as a Correctional Officer offers the opportunity for career growth, ongoing training, and the chance to make a positive impact on individuals within the correctional system.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.40 per hour

Benefits:

• Military leave
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Uniontown, PA 15401 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Uniontown, PA 15401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16