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  • CORRECTION OFFICER*

  • Washington County, NY
  • Fort Edward, New York 12828 United States View Map

CORRECTION OFFICER*

WA SHINGTON COUNTY

Correction Officer*

Washington County is currently seeking applications for Correction Officers An employee in this class is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the County Jail on an assigned shift. Work involves the maintenance of security and the enforcement of all laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the facility. Work includes the supervision of inmates during admission, various release activities within the facility, detention and release. Work is performed under the general supervision of a superior officer and is reviewed through conferences, daily reports and records; however, an employee is expected to exercise considerable independent judgment in the performance of assigned duties. Work may involve a substantial element of personal danger. The incumbent does related work as required.

  • PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT : This is a Civil Service Competitive position. Provisional appointee must take a future-dated exam, be reachable on the resulting Eligible List and must pass the required Physical Agility to qualify for permanent appointment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT : Possession of a valid New York State Drivers' License is required at time of appointment.

RATE OF PAY : $24.70/hour.

Job Description and Employment Application can be found at:

www.WashingtonCountyNY.gov > Employment Opportunities

Qualified applicants may submit an application to:

Washington County Personnel/Civil Service Department

383 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828

Email: civilservice@WashingtonCountyNY.gov

Applications will be accepted until position filled.

Washington County is an equal opportunity employer .

Job Details

Category

Employment Opportunities

Status

Open

Posted

May 6, 2026 8:00 AM

Closing

Open Until Filled

Attached Files

CORRECTION OFFICER

CORRECTION OFFICER*

WA SHINGTON COUNTY

Correction Officer*

Washington County is currently seeking applications for Correction Officers An employee in this class is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the County Jail on an assigned shift. Work involves the maintenance of security and the enforcement of all laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the facility. Work includes the supervision of inmates during admission, various release activities within the facility, detention and release. Work is performed under the general supervision of a superior officer and is reviewed through conferences, daily reports and records; however, an employee is expected to exercise considerable independent judgment in the performance of assigned duties. Work may involve a substantial element of personal danger. The incumbent does related work as required.

  • PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT : This is a Civil Service Competitive position. Provisional appointee must take a future-dated exam, be reachable on the resulting Eligible List and must pass the required Physical Agility to qualify for permanent appointment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT : Possession of a valid New York State Drivers' License is required at time of appointment.

RATE OF PAY : $24.70/hour.

Job Description and Employment Application can be found at:

www.WashingtonCountyNY.gov > Employment Opportunities

Qualified applicants may submit an application to:

Washington County Personnel/Civil Service Department

383 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828

Email: civilservice@WashingtonCountyNY.gov

Applications will be accepted until position filled.

Washington County is an equal opportunity employer .

Job Details

Category

Employment Opportunities

Status

Open

Posted

May 6, 2026 8:00 AM

Closing

Open Until Filled

Attached Files

CORRECTION OFFICER

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