Correctional Officer - Lateral; part-time

JOB INFORMATION

Non‑exempt; part time; no benefits; maximum 30 hours per week; shifts and/or hours will be assigned by the Bureau Chief or Assistant Bureau Chief.

This position requires the applicant to be a certified correctional officer by the Maryland Police & Corrections Training Commission.

• Maintain direct supervision, security and control over inmate population; enforce facility rules, regulations and disciplinary standards.
• As needed, submit written reports of violations or irregularities to supervisory staff.
• Maintain a system of regular and on‑going counts of the inmate population; participate in routine searches and cell shakedowns to control contraband.
• Conduct frequent security checks to ensure the safety and security of the inmate population as well as the overall condition of the facility.
• Observe inmate activity and behavior patterns to detect and prevent disturbances, escape attempts and security violations.
• Assist in physically controlling dangerous situations.
• Escort inmates to and from in‑house activities and remain present to enforce safety and security.
• As needed, transport inmates to other locations outside the facility.
• Process incarcerants into the facility according to standard procedures; prepare records of personal items and maintain responsibility for inmate property control.
• Distribute sanitation supplies, deliver mail, and issue bedding and clothing to inmate population.
• Communicate with the public on matters of visiting hours, inmate phone call periods, authorized articles for inmates and other inmate related information.
• Communicate with attorneys, bondsmen, law enforcement agencies and the courts as necessary.
• Operate radio equipment, electric security doors, monitor cameras and life safety systems, control access to restricted areas by security keys.
• Perform other related duties as required.

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

• Minimum age 18 years.
• U.S. citizen.
• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a Frederick County Employee Driving Permit.
• Current certification by the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commissions as a Correctional Officer.
• Current out‑of‑state Certified Correctional Officer may also be considered as a lateral entry applicant.

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges.
• Ability to learn and effectively apply appropriate skills and techniques to supervise inmates and enforce facility rules and regulations.
• Ability to respond quickly, calmly and appropriately in standard duty and emergency situations, demonstrating good judgment in independent actions.
• Ability to effectively train, direct and mentor officers of lesser rank.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with inmate population, co‑workers and the general public while maintaining a professional attitude, appearance and manner of performance.
• Strong spoken and written English communication skills, including the ability to write clear, complete and concise reports.

• Sound physical condition to respond to spontaneous physical demands of corrections duties (e.g., restraint and control of prisoners, searches, foot pursuit) and meet FCSO fitness standards.
• Constant walking, reaching, repetitive motions, frequent sitting, climbing, stooping, lifting up to 20 pounds, driving; occasional lifting 20‑50 pounds, pushing up to 40 pounds; rarely lifting over 50 pounds or pulling over 40 pounds.
• Work indoors in noisy environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases; frequent outdoor work on uneven ground; rarely work in dirty and dusty environment.

Employees in this classification are designated as essential and may be required to work overtime or during emergencies with little or no advance notice. They must be available for 24‑hour call‑in, shift work, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime. This position is subject to random…