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Main Purpose Of Job

A Correctional Officer I is the entry-level position of custody, security, and supervision of adult inmates confined in a correctional facility. Employees in this classification receive close supervision and do not supervise other correctional officers. Correctional officers are assigned to morning, evening, night, or rotating shifts.

POSITION DUTIES

 

 

  • Provides care, custody and control of inmates at a correctional institution on an assigned shift.
  • Directs inmate activities and maintains security in cell blocks, dining and work areas.
  • Observes inmates from towers, in corridors or in visiting areas. 
  • Provides advice and guidance in assisting inmates in their adjustment to institutional rules and regulations.

 

 

 

Essential job functions

 

The ability to:

  • Attend an entrance level training program certified by the Maryland Corrections Training Commission.
  • Exercise care, custody and control over inmates.
  • Administer emergency medical assistance to both inmates and staff.
  • Perform physically demanding tasks e.g. running, physical control of inmates, lifting.
  • Supervise inmates participating in work, leisure activities, formal programs, etc.
  • Work overtime as required by operational necessities and emergencies.
  • Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with inmates and stuff
  • Analyze situations and problems and provide appropriate solutions.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.

Experience: None

 

Note: The above educational requirement is set by the Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

 

 

  • Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle.  A driver license is recommended but not required.
  • Employees in this classification may be required to operate buses for the transportation of inmates. Employees assigned such duties will be required to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger and air brakes endorsements valid in the State of Maryland.