Job Alert | Correctional Officer - $55,155 to $68,313/year
Job ID 27812
Full-Time & Entry-Level
This position is located in the D.C. Department of Corrections (DOC), Central Detention Facility (DC Jail) and Correctional Treatment Facility (CTF). As an entry level Correctional Officer, incumbent serves in a developmental capacity, under the overall supervision of a Supervisory Correctional Officer and a Training Coordinator. Incumbent undergoes an intensive training program, which consists of formal classroom instruction, demonstrations, selected reading in the correctional field, and on-the-job training (OJT) under close supervision.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Correctional Officers enforce the regulations governing the operation of the facility, serving as both a supervisor and counselor of inmates. During emergencies or other periods of heavy workload or limited staff, may be required to work long and irregular hours, unusual shifts, Sundays, holidays and unexpected overtime. Duties include, but are not limited to the following under close supervision. As training progresses the supervision becomes more intermittent. Must have a clear criminal background, must be able to pass random drug/alcohol screenings. Must be able to read and interpret written material and must possess effective written and oral communication skills. It’s important that candidates: Be empathetic and objective to understanding of persons in custody to effectively manage inmates. Be able to demonstrate tact with others. Be of good moral character. Demonstrate leadership in program and services to show that they can effectively manage inmate population.
Enforces rules and regulations governing facility security, inmate accountability and inmate conduct to ensure judicial sanctions are carried out and inmates remain in custody. Provides custody and security of inmates including observing actions of inmates. Conduct pat and strip searches of offenders. Restraining and securing sometimes assaultive inmates; escorts/transports offenders by walking and/or vehicles. Submit disciplinary reports on inmate violations of rules and regulations, and submit reports on illegal or questionable occurrences. Conducts inventory of individual inmate property and documents. Assist in the supervision of inmates in living quarters, visiting hall, during recreational activities, while in transit and during sleeping hours. Count inmates at designated and random times as instructed. Maintains accountability of inmates assigned to work detail. Respond to emergency situations such as escape, suicide, riot and other disturbance, in accordance with Department policies, procedures, rules, regulations and post orders. Perform other related duties as assigned. This position is identified as Essential, which includes but not limited to call in, callback and unscheduled drafts.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
This position requires Specialized Experience that have equipped the applicants with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the normal line of progression.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION
Must possess and maintain a valid drivers' license.