Prince George's County Government
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER PRIVATE
Prince George's County Government, Upper Marlboro, Maryland, us, 20792
Come join our team!Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.We are Prince George’s Proud!SIGNING BONUS!$10,000BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.The Prince George's County
Department of Corrections
is seeking qualified individuals to fill multiple permanent full-time
Correctional Officer Private
positions, (Grade D-21) for its
November 2024
Correctional Officer Entrance Level Training Academy.About the Position
:Correctional Officers provide quality inmate care in a secure environment while positively impacting their community. As an integral part of the criminal justice system, Correctional Officers maintain security, safety, and control at the County facility. Correctional Officers must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing, apply interpersonal skills and techniques to direct inmates, exercise good judgment in controlling inmates, and act calmly and decisively in stressful and emergency situations.About the Agency:The Department of Corrections is an adult correctional center with a direct supervision design operating under the unit management concept. We have 18 Housing Units, and the daily inmate population is 1,039. We offer alternative incarceration programs for eligible offenders as well as provide educational services and programming to incarcerated individuals.Provide care, custody, and control of inmates in a direct supervision environment.Conduct regular head counts of inmates on assigned posts.Monitor inmate behavior and report unusual activity to ensure safety and security.Assist other Correctional Officers in the management of inmates.Conduct regular searches of inmate areas such as cells, recreation rooms, and showers for contraband.Manage confrontational situations as they arise to maintain security.Perform CPR and/or first aid when necessary.Investigate and respond to emergencies within the Department of Corrections.Prepare routine reports and records electronically.Maintain the inventory of various security equipment.Provide counsel and assistance to inmates.Ensure inmates are afforded fair and equitable treatment.This position is designated "essential," and the incumbent must be willing to participate as a critical/essential employee during emergencies, such as natural or manmade disasters or special activities/events. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.Qualified applicants must be a:U.S. Citizen or Resident Alien StatusHigh School graduate or possess a GED certificate recognized by the Maryland State Board of EducationAt least 18 years old and with valid driver's license issued in the United StatesWe anticipate our next academy class will start this Fall beginning in November 2024; however, candidates may be hired after meeting all background requirements are successfully met. Before applying, serious applicants will:Be prepared to take the Correctional Officer Physical Ability Test (COPAT)Review your credit report at
www.AnnualCreditReport.comReview your driving historyAdditionally, all male U.S. citizens and male aliens living in the U.S. who are 18 and over are required to register with Selective Service. Please register at
https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx .DO NOT
use a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application. You are highly encouraged to use a desktop or laptop computer so that you can carefully and thoroughly read and understand all aspects of applying for this position.Upon selection, the candidate:Must be willing to work in a correctional facility.Must be available for shift work, which includes weekends and holidays, as required.Must be willing and able to wear issued uniforms.Must pass the Dept of Corrections Correctional Entrance Level Training Academy.SELECTION PROCESS:
To be considered for this position, applicants must successfully complete all of the following phases:Phase 1Submit an online applicationComplete the Preliminary Questionnaire and Criminal History CheckPass the Correctional Officer Physical Ability Test (COPAT)Pass the Oral Board InterviewPhase 2Provide a valid photo ID, signed social security card, and high school diploma or GED. A bachelor’s degree may be accepted in lieu of a high school diploma.Complete the Personal History Statement (PHS)Complete FingerprintingComplete Background Investigation & PHS OrientationComplete and successfully pass Medical Examination & Drug Screening TestComplete Polygraph ExaminationComplete Psychological ScreeningPhase 3Accept the offer of employmentComplete onboarding and new employee orientationUpon acceptance of employment as a Correctional Officer Private, candidates may be offered a temporary support position as a Green Officer until the start of the Correctional Entrance Level Training AcademyCompletion of and graduation from the Prince George's County Department of Corrections Entry Level Training AcademySigning bonus payout timeline:1st$3,0001st month of hire2nd$3,000Graduation from DOC CELT Academy3rd$4,000After 24 months of employmentReasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following:Previous disqualification for this or other public safety positionsDeception or falsification of application or other documentsPoor work historyPoor driving record which includes suspended license/DWI/DUIHistory or pattern of crimes, both reported and not reported; felony/misdemeanor conviction; illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale, or purchaseFailure to meet physical and mental standards.NotificationsNotifications for this position will be made via email.Applicants must monitor the e-mail account provided and update their online profile with any changes to personal information.Applicants must ensure your e-mail account allows emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us".Eligibility to Work : Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.INTERNAL APPLICANTS : If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
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Department of Corrections
is seeking qualified individuals to fill multiple permanent full-time
Correctional Officer Private
positions, (Grade D-21) for its
November 2024
Correctional Officer Entrance Level Training Academy.About the Position
:Correctional Officers provide quality inmate care in a secure environment while positively impacting their community. As an integral part of the criminal justice system, Correctional Officers maintain security, safety, and control at the County facility. Correctional Officers must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing, apply interpersonal skills and techniques to direct inmates, exercise good judgment in controlling inmates, and act calmly and decisively in stressful and emergency situations.About the Agency:The Department of Corrections is an adult correctional center with a direct supervision design operating under the unit management concept. We have 18 Housing Units, and the daily inmate population is 1,039. We offer alternative incarceration programs for eligible offenders as well as provide educational services and programming to incarcerated individuals.Provide care, custody, and control of inmates in a direct supervision environment.Conduct regular head counts of inmates on assigned posts.Monitor inmate behavior and report unusual activity to ensure safety and security.Assist other Correctional Officers in the management of inmates.Conduct regular searches of inmate areas such as cells, recreation rooms, and showers for contraband.Manage confrontational situations as they arise to maintain security.Perform CPR and/or first aid when necessary.Investigate and respond to emergencies within the Department of Corrections.Prepare routine reports and records electronically.Maintain the inventory of various security equipment.Provide counsel and assistance to inmates.Ensure inmates are afforded fair and equitable treatment.This position is designated "essential," and the incumbent must be willing to participate as a critical/essential employee during emergencies, such as natural or manmade disasters or special activities/events. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.Qualified applicants must be a:U.S. Citizen or Resident Alien StatusHigh School graduate or possess a GED certificate recognized by the Maryland State Board of EducationAt least 18 years old and with valid driver's license issued in the United StatesWe anticipate our next academy class will start this Fall beginning in November 2024; however, candidates may be hired after meeting all background requirements are successfully met. Before applying, serious applicants will:Be prepared to take the Correctional Officer Physical Ability Test (COPAT)Review your credit report at
www.AnnualCreditReport.comReview your driving historyAdditionally, all male U.S. citizens and male aliens living in the U.S. who are 18 and over are required to register with Selective Service. Please register at
https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx .DO NOT
use a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application. You are highly encouraged to use a desktop or laptop computer so that you can carefully and thoroughly read and understand all aspects of applying for this position.Upon selection, the candidate:Must be willing to work in a correctional facility.Must be available for shift work, which includes weekends and holidays, as required.Must be willing and able to wear issued uniforms.Must pass the Dept of Corrections Correctional Entrance Level Training Academy.SELECTION PROCESS:
To be considered for this position, applicants must successfully complete all of the following phases:Phase 1Submit an online applicationComplete the Preliminary Questionnaire and Criminal History CheckPass the Correctional Officer Physical Ability Test (COPAT)Pass the Oral Board InterviewPhase 2Provide a valid photo ID, signed social security card, and high school diploma or GED. A bachelor’s degree may be accepted in lieu of a high school diploma.Complete the Personal History Statement (PHS)Complete FingerprintingComplete Background Investigation & PHS OrientationComplete and successfully pass Medical Examination & Drug Screening TestComplete Polygraph ExaminationComplete Psychological ScreeningPhase 3Accept the offer of employmentComplete onboarding and new employee orientationUpon acceptance of employment as a Correctional Officer Private, candidates may be offered a temporary support position as a Green Officer until the start of the Correctional Entrance Level Training AcademyCompletion of and graduation from the Prince George's County Department of Corrections Entry Level Training AcademySigning bonus payout timeline:1st$3,0001st month of hire2nd$3,000Graduation from DOC CELT Academy3rd$4,000After 24 months of employmentReasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following:Previous disqualification for this or other public safety positionsDeception or falsification of application or other documentsPoor work historyPoor driving record which includes suspended license/DWI/DUIHistory or pattern of crimes, both reported and not reported; felony/misdemeanor conviction; illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale, or purchaseFailure to meet physical and mental standards.NotificationsNotifications for this position will be made via email.Applicants must monitor the e-mail account provided and update their online profile with any changes to personal information.Applicants must ensure your e-mail account allows emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us".Eligibility to Work : Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.INTERNAL APPLICANTS : If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
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