What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Officer position at Westmoreland County?
Westmoreland County is seeking applicants for the position of Corrections Officer for the Westmoreland County Prison. The purpose of this position is to monitor the activities of inmates and ensure the security of prison facilities. Job duties include, but are not limited to, maintaining care, custody, and control of inmates, maintaining the facility's security, and processing new inmates.
Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent, and successfully complete the required training at the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections Training Academy upon completion of a probationary period.
In addition to security positions, the following specialty bid Corrections Officer positions are available:
Culinary Officer
Maintenance Officer
Video Court Officer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.22 - $24.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $24
