Corrections Officer I

Description

TITLE:

Corrections Officer-Regular Full-Time

DOT Code #372.667-018

SOC Code #33-3012.00

DEPARTMENT:

Law & Order

LOCATION:

Greene County Prison

SALARY:

$17.75/hour

SHIFTS:

1 - 0000-0800 Shift (12:00am - 8:00am)

1 - 0800-1600 Shift (8:00am - 4:00pm)

1 - 1600-0000 Shift (4:00pm - 12:00am)

BENEFITS:

Health, Vision & Dental - First of month following date of hire

All Other Benefits - After 90 day probationary period

Excellent Benefits Package & Time-Off Benefits

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF JOB:

Supervise and manage the care, custody and control in inmates at the Greene County Prison. Worker is required to oversee and direct the inmates from initial incarceration through weekend presentation and/or work release situations. Supervise activities which includes head counts, monitoring of visitation, meal service, tray and utensil collection, medication distribution, unclothed search, and mail allocation. Tasks rotate through areas that include Housing Units, Tower (yard time) and Control. Worker must be able to perform the essential functions of the position in each work area.

In addition, all special needs prisoners are monitored and attended to by a correction officer. As necessary, all correction officers are required to administer first aid or react to emergency situation that could exceed a Medium strength rating as defined by the United States Department of Labor.

Essential Functions of the Job:

1. Conducts searches on incoming inmates and prepares the individuals for incarceration. Task is performed 24/7, including work release and weekend only inmates. More than 800 inmates are processed annually.

2. Regularly conducts rounds and ensures to presence of inmates and safety of environment. Maintains head count.

3. Documents and maintains daily log of prison activity.

4. Consistently observes inmates with respect to behavior, dress, contraband, or other illegal items.

5. Supervises and assists with the serving of meals, as well as distribution of medication to inmates.

6. Consistently interfaces with inmates to identify needs and/or problem.

7. Oversees family visits at the prison.

8. Strip search inmates who have had outside contact.

9. Visually observe all housing units for wellness and security checks.

10. Accompany prisoners for appointments such as legal, haircuts, religious services and support groups.

11. Conduct perimeter checks per shift.

12. Monitor year time as assigned.

13. Oversee compliance of work release inmates.

14. As necessary, use appropriate physical force, including accurate discharge of a shotgun and Glock 17 handgun, to maintain safety of the inmates and staff.

Supplemental Tasks:

1. Distribute medication, as necessary.

2. Assists with meal distribution, as necessary.

3. Observes and counts all plastic utensils, trays, etc. during meal times.

4. Observes and validates linen and prisoner uniform exchanges two items per week.

5. Stack trays post-meal time.

6. Distribute mail.

7. Accompany prisoner to shower, as necessary.

8. Supervise cleaning tasks of inmates.

9. Observes, maintains and disseminates information from control room.

10. Attends training, as assigned, to maintain knowledge of best practices and procedures.

11. Maintains firearm(s) certification(s).

Equipment:

1. Desk/Chair/Computer (Control Room)

2. Telephone

3. Keys

4. Radio

5. Watch Tour Scanner

6. Pen

7. Watch

8. Latex Gloves (Pouch)

9. Cut down knife

10. Employer issued work boots

Ability to use:

Firearms

Less than Lethal Weapons Systems

Restraints

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/TRAINING

High School Diploma/GED Required.

General Educational Levels:

• Reasoning 3

• Mathematical 2

• Language 2

Vocational Criteria:

• Basic computer/Keyboarding skills required

• Pre-Employment physical exam and drug & alcohol screen

• Criminal history clearance

• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license

• Successful completion of Department of Corrections (DOC) basic training after 24 months

• Experience with first aid and/or CPR preferred

• Annual Fit for Duty Examination

Standard Vocational Preparation Level (SVP):

• 4 (Over 3 months and up to 6 months)

Physical Demands:

Use the following scale to rate the frequency for each variable:

• N = Never

• O= Occasionally (0-2.5 h/8h day)

• F = Frequently (2.5 - 5.5 h/8h day)

• C= Constantly (5.5+ h/8h day)

Strength:

Medium work load (Up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 25 pounds frequently up to 10 pounds constantly). Timely and appropriate response to emergency situations is critical to position and can require performance of tasks that exceed a Medium Strength Rating as defined by the United States Department of Labor.

Standing/Walking

F

Sitting

O

Pushing/Pulling

O

Lifting

F

Carrying

O

Climbing

O

Balancing

N

Stooping

O

Kneeling

O

Crouching

O

Crawling

O

Reaching:

Fine Manipulation

F

Feeling

N

Talking

F

Hearing

F

Tasting/Smelling

F

Near Acuity

F

Environmental Conditions:

Exposure to weather

Y

Extreme Cold

N

Extreme Heat

N

Wet/humid

Y

Noise Level

Moderate

Proximity to Moving Mechanical Parts

N

Exposure to Electrical Shock

N

Exposure to other Environmental Conditions

Y

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must be able to:

1. Speak and understand English language

2. Possess good communication and interpersonal skills

3. Demonstrates functional technological (basic) skills

4. Function independently

5. Appropriately interact with prisoners, staff and general public

6. Maintain confidentiality

7. Exhibit personal integrity and honesty

8. Maintain alertness, make judgments and utilize discretion

9. React quickly, calmly and firmly in accordance with established practices, processes and procedures of the prison operation

10. Perform a variety of duties

Each shift is staffed with from three (3) to seven (7) Corrections Officers (CO) and a Shift Commander. In addition to the tasks set forth above, the Shift Commander is responsible for providing occasional to frequent instruction to officers and for briefing incoming shift CO's and/or Shift Commander.

The COUNTY has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested internal candidates should send resume to Human Resources Department. External candidates should complete online application at www.greenecountypa.gov.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

The County of Greene is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.