Correctional Officer, Sr. jobs in New Brunswick, NJ
Correctional Officer, Sr. enforces rules and regulations in a prison, jail or other holding facility. Presides over prisoners awaiting trial or those who have been convicted of a crime. Being a Correctional Officer, Sr. oversees prisoner conduct and safety. Supervises prisoners during meals, recreation, work and other daily activities. Additionally, Correctional Officer, Sr. documents violations and takes appropriate disciplinary actions. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Firearms Certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Correctional Officer, Sr. works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Correctional Officer, Sr. typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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County Correctional Police Officer
- Middlesex County NJ
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North Brunswick, NJ
FULL_TIME
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COUNTY CORRECTIONAL POLICE OFFICER DEFINITION:
Under supervision during an assigned tour of duty within an adult county correctional facility or institution, performs a wide variety of tasks in support of the safety, security, and welfare of inmates, facility personnel, and visitors; performs other related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
NOTE: Appointments may be made to positions requiring bilingual skills.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:- Maintains care, custody, and control of inmates by established policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Observes inmates directly and indirectly through visual, audio, and video monitoring to check for unusual or abnormal activity and ensure the security, safety, and welfare of inmates, facility personnel, and the public.
- Observes unusual odors such as smoke, fire, marijuana, controlled substances, and/or alcohol, to protect the security, safety, and welfare of inmates and facility personnel.
- Continually keeps track of the number of assigned inmates through periodic head counts.
- Physically patrols and visually inspects cell block areas, tiers, grounds, and corridors to check for safety and security hazards such as fires, smoke, broken pipes, unlocked doors, and windows or locks that have been tampered with.
- Logs and tracks movements of inmates to the infirmary, work detail, cell block area, visitation rooms, court appointments, or other assignments.
- Records facility personnel’s entrance and exit times.
- Escorts groups of inmates during movements within or outside the institution to prevent disorder or breaches in security.
- Physically restrains inmates when necessary, to prevent injuries and maintain security.
- Learned names, identification numbers, and faces of problem inmates.
- Briefs oncoming officer(s) of inmate status, unusual activities, block, climate, and problems related to post assignment.
- Enforces security procedures for keys, equipment, and supplies.
- Maintains an adept sense of awareness regarding clues on escape attempts, contraband, gambling, or other security matters.
- Reports information on established policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Directs inmates in routine housekeeping duties within the cell block area.
- Completes head counts, records bedding inventory, and fills out safety report forms.
- Prepares written reports concerning incidents of inmate disturbances and/or injuries.
- May screen visitors and provide security for the entrance of the facility.
- Conducts cell and dormitory searches by established policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Utilizes various electronic and/or manual locking devices designed to keep areas of the facility secure.
- Patrols the outside perimeter of the facility.
- Transports may assist with the transport of inmates to and from other facilities, court appearances, off-premise medical appointments, emergency medical treatment facilities, and court-issued programs and clinics.
- Assists in coordinating jail-to-courtroom video monitored court proceedings observes controls direct inmates during procedures.
- May operate emergency vehicles as directed.
- Periodically checks to ensure that fire suppressant systems are operational.
- Collects contraband introduced into the facility and conducts a further investigation to ascertain the source of such.
- Secures crime or emergency scenes within and/or upon the grounds of the correctional facility.
- Photograph and/or collect evidence for investigative purposes within a correctional facility or institution.
- May assist in the activities involved in classifying inmates and coordinating inmate records.
- May receive inmates into custody, conduct searches, and make an initial assessment of inmates for health, safety, and security reasons.
- May perform programmatic services such as providing inmates access to educational programs, law library, entry programs, and other services available during and after incarceration for rehabilitation needs.
- Monitors incoming and outgoing mail per established guidelines.
- May oversee the work of inmates assigned to food service, housekeeping, and/or laundry duties.
- May maintain, record, and distribute supplies as necessary.
- May assist in the development and delivery of basic agency training for newly appointed employees and ongoing training for current employees.
- May conduct tours and information sessions of the correctional facility.
- May supervise inmates and offenders sentenced to court-ordered programs or services as directed and/or authorized by the County.
- May take part in a specialized unit (Emergency Services) requiring additional training and/or certification, such as SWAT, SORT/SOG (Special Operations Group, Bomb Squad, HAZMAT, K-9, MART (Mass Arrest Response Team), or Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Team.
- Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:- EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent.
- AGE: Minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
- LICENSE: Appointees must possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey.
- NOTE: Appointees may be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated. The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and type of vehicles they operate, rests with the Appointing Authority.
- CITIZENSHIP: Must be a citizen of the United States.
- NOTE: Applicants for this position must submit acceptable proof of meeting the above-indicated requirements.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:- Appointees must have completed a police training course
approved by the New Jersey Police Training Commission. Such training includes the successful attainment of a satisfactory level of proficiency in the use of firearms.- NOTE: Appointees will be required to qualify/requalify in the use of firearms by State of New Jersey regulatory requirements.
- NOTE: Appointees to positions in SWAT, SERT, or related units must additionally qualify quarterly in the use of all weapons used by the unit.
- NOTE: MEDICAL EXAMINATION Appointees may be required to pass a thorough medical and psychological examination administered by the appointing authority. Any medical psychological or physical condition or defect which would prevent efficient performance of the duties of the position, cause the appointee to be a hazard to self or others, or become aggravated as a result of the performance of these duties, will be cause for rejection. Appointees may be required to undergo a psychiatric examination. Failure to demonstrate sufficient capacity to perform duties of this position may be cause for rejection.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:- Knowledge of the rules and regulations relating to the operation and security of an adult correctional facility institution, after a period of training.
- Ability to enforce facility rules and keep order.
- Ability to think and respond quickly in emergencies.
- Ability to cope with crises.
- Ability to understand and follow orders and written directions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with inmates, coworkers, and the general public.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in a wide array of situations.
- Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Ability to maintain essential records and files.
- Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
- Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
- American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered an acceptable form of communication.
- Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
- 24 Days Ago
Food Service Worker
- GD Correctional Services
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North Brunswick, NJ
FULL_TIME
- FOOD SERVICE WORKERSummary: Prepares, presents, and serves food as needed.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:· Prep work including, washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding vegetables and fruits alon...
- 21 Days Ago
Registered Nurse Correctional
- CFG Health Network
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Monroe, NJ
OTHER
- Overview POSITION SUMMARY The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, i...
- 1 Month Ago
Acute/ Chronic Dialysis Registered Nurse (Correctional Facility)
- Mobil Dialysis
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Freehold, NJ
PART_TIME
- Who we are: Since 1984, Mobil Dialysis has been providing acute and chronic dialysis services for our contracted facilities in Central Florida and surrounding areas. We strive to provide quality care ...
- 11 Days Ago
Sr Cook
- CentraState Healthcare System
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Freehold, NJ
OTHER
- Overview Assists in the production of attractive, palatable and therapeutically correct foods in compliance with sanitation regulations for residents and employees. Responsibilities Obtains needed sup...
- 10 Days Ago
Loan Officer
- First Equity Funding
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Sea Girt, NJ
FULL_TIME
- First Equity is a private lending institution specializing in loan programs for real estate investors. Our loan programs provide quick, easy financing solutions that allow investors to grow their real...
- 1 Day Ago
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Security Officer - 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM shift - Full Time
- Reldan
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Fairless Hills, PA
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- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Unarmed Security Officer Part-Time Overnight 10PM-6AM
- Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group
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Edison, NJ
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- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Security Officer - Substitute
- Management and Training Corporation
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Edison, NJ
- Job Description SALARY: $18.16 Position: Security Officer, Substitute Facility: Edison Job Corps Center Location: 500 Pl...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Security Officer- FT- Day
- Hackensack Meridian Health
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Old Bridge, NJ
- Overview: Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients liv...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Correctional Officer
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
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Brooklyn, NY
- Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Security Controls Assessor Lead
- SHI International Corp.
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Somerset, NJ
- Job Summary: The Lead Security Controls Assessor conducts comprehensive assessments of the organizations security contro...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Security Officer - Part Time - Day
- Hackensack Meridian Health
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Old Bridge, NJ
- Overview: Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients liv...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Brooklyn Meat Market Security Guard (External)
- INTER-CON SECURITY SYSTEMS INC
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New York, NY
- Job Details Job Location New York (18273) - New York, NY Position Type Full Time Salary Range $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Job...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
About New Brunswick, New Jersey
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 5.789 square miles (14.995 km2), including 5.227 square miles (13.539 km2) of land and 0.562 square miles (1.456 km2) of water (9.71%). New Brunswick is in Raritan Valley (a line of cities in central New Jersey). New Brunswick is on the south side of Raritan Valley along with Piscataway Township, Highland Park, Edison Township, and Franklin Township (Somerset County). New Brunswick lies southwest of Newark and New York City and northeast of Trenton and Philadelphia.
New Brunswick is bordered by Piscataway, Highland Park...
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Income Estimation for Correctional Officer, Sr. jobs
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New Brunswick, New Jersey area prices
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