What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrections Officer position at Mercer County Jail?
General Overview:
Correctional Officers will perform the direct supervision of inmates at the County Detention Facility according to laws, regulations, and policies of the State of Pennsylvania and Mercer County. Officers will enforce the facility rules and maintain facility security. Officers are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates at the facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Directly supervises inmates in the facility during all aspects of their incarceration such as housing, visitation, meals, medication distribution, searches, activities, work programs
- Enforce the rules and regulations of the facility
- Must be able to act quickly, assess situations carefully, act in accordance with policy and procedure, and protect self and others (inmates and co-workers)
- Conducts periodic cell pod checks, performs searches of inmates, performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband
- Responds appropriately to emergencies in the prison (which may include assaults, fires, riots, disturbances, natural disasters, medical emergencies and hostage situations)
- Maintains and updates Facility records (written, typing and basic computer skill required)
- Receives and books inmates (perform fingerprinting, photographs and searches)
Physical/Age Requirements:
Must be 21 years of age
Must pass a physical, drug and psychological evaluation post employment offer
Must pass a criminal background check post offer employment
Must have a High School Diploma or GED
Position requires up to 40 hours of work per week on an average annual basis.
Must be trained on and be able to perform weaponless self-defense and restraining techniques.
Must be trained on and be able to perform the operation and use restraining devices
Must be trained in and be able to perform initial first aid services to inmates as needed
Regularly walk, stand or stoop; occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects weighing up to and over 10lbs.
Use tools and equipment requiring a high degree or security.
Walk, stand, crouch or run on narrow, slippery inclining or erratically moving surfaces.
Stair climbing required (all cell pods are 2 levels)
Sit and stand for sustained periods of time
***Clearances MUST be obtained before start date***
Other Requirements:
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Bachelor's degree preferred in Criminal Justice, Social Service or related field.
Ability to perform multiple actives and quickly identify inappropriate inmate conduct.
Ability to perform basic math.
Ability to communicate via radios.
Ability to work the rotating shifts (including weekends and holidays) as required by a 24/7 operating facility.
All other duties as assigned.
Full On-Site Training Program: The Mercer County Jail is a state approved training center for Corrections Officers. All training will be provided on-site at the Mercer County Facility. No travel for training is required.
How to apply:
ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST PRINT AND COMPLETE THE STANDARD COUNTY OF MERCER APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
https://www.mcc.co.mercer.pa.us/Employment/default.htm
Please send the completed standard application, a letter of interest, salary history, resume, and three references to the following:
Mercer County
HR Department
17 Courthouse
Mercer, PA 16137
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.25 - $27.02 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $27