Correctional Officer jobs in Altoona, PA

Starting pay $21.50 per hour. After completion of the Training program and probation, hourly rate will be raised to $23.25 per hour. (Probationary hours are usually completed in approximately 6 months).

• Shift differential paid for evenings, overnights and weekends.
• GREAT Health care benefits!!!!!!!
• GREAT Pension / Retirement program!!!!!
• Stable work, no layoffs !!!!
• Inside work, climate controlled
• Meals provided

MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUG SCREENING TEST.

MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS: ALL FULL TIME OFFICERS are subject to bidding shifts in accordance with seniority based on the union contract language.

Shifts are as follows:

7am to 3pm

3pm to 11pm

11pm to 7am

We are a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week Facility. You must be available to be scheduled to work any day of the week.

Position Summary

· Responsible for the care, custody and control of inmates at the Centre County Correctional Facility.

· Maintain safety and security by directing and supervising activities in the Prison.

· Conducts searches on incoming inmates and prepares them for commitment.

· Makes rounds and ensures proper head count as well as the safety of the prison is in order.

· Documents and maintains daily log of prison activities and/or incidents.

· Observes inmates, their activities and observes any unusual behaviors or needs.

· Checks incoming mail, clothing and other items for contra band or other illegal items.

· Serves meals and assists in distribution of prepared medications to inmates.

· Ensures all doors, windows are locked and prison is secure.

· Interfaces with prisoners to determine their needs or problems.

· MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS: 7am to 3pm , 3pm to 11pm, 11pm to 7am

· We are a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week Facility. You must be available to be scheduled to work any day of the week. SHIFTS are assigned / awarded based on union seniority.

Other Duties

· Assists in transporting of inmates as necessary (i.e., for counselors, lawyers, or to other prisons).

· Oversees visitations within the prison.

· Assists in entering statistical data in computer for database records.

· Performs simple interior repairs, (i.e., changing light bulbs, emptying of trash or sweeping of floor, etc.).

· Performs field urine drug tests for inmates.

· Performs other job related work as required.

Qualifications
Minimum Education & Training Requirements:High School diploma or equivalent. First aid and CPR helpful. Military background and/or Criminal Justice background helpful. Good communication skills and computer literacy. Must satisfactorily complete the requirements of a Training Academy, ( This training is held at the Centre County Correctional Facility.)

** FEMALE APPLICANTS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY **
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Special Requirements
Note: This is a safety/security position and requires successful completion of several pre-employment requirements. More information will be provided to candidates who are selected for interview. Please note that additional documents are required in order to be considered for positions with Centre County Correctional Facility.

Please complete the Supplementary Questionnaire form and return with your Employment Application.

Please visit the Centre County Government website to apply http://centrecountypa.gov Click on Human resources Department to complete application.

Applications may be mailed to:

Centre County Government ATTN : Human Resources
420 Holmes Street
Bellefonte, PA 16823

COVID-19 precautions

• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person