Correctional Officer Job West Boylston Massachusetts USA,Security

Location: West Boylston

SHERIFF’S OFFICE OF WORCESTER COUNTY

POSITION:

Correctional Officer

BARGAINING UNIT: NEPBA

I. GENERAL STATEMENT OF

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Correctional Officers are responsible for the care, custody and control of inmates housed at the Worcester County Jail and House of Corrections.

II.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.Maintains custodial care and control of inmates by escorting or transporting them under restraint; patrolling facilities; making periodic rounds, head counts and security checks of buildings, grounds and inmate quarters; monitoring inmates' movements and whereabouts; and guarding and directing inmates during work assignments to maintain order and security in a correctional institution.

2.Observes conduct and behavior of inmates; notes significant behavioral patterns in order to prevent disturbances, violence, escapes or other crises such as suicides.

3.Notes and investigates suspicious inmate activity relative to contraband by searching individuals, vehicles, packages, mail and inmate quarters for weapons or other forbidden devices/objects to maintain prison security.

4.Develops working relationships with inmates by referring individuals to appropriate supportive services (e.g. medical, psychiatric, vocational, etc.) to aid in rehabilitation and to foster an atmosphere of cooperation between inmates and staff.

5.Prepares reports on such occurrences as fires, disturbances, accidents, security breaches, etc.; prepares monthly evaluation reports on inmates; makes entries into unit log of daily activities and reviews daily activity reports to have accurate and up‑to‑date information available for reference by authorized personnel.

6.Supervises Correctional Officers of lower seniority to ensure that inmates are receiving proper treatment and assignments.

7.Supervises and teaches inmates performing a variety of prison services and functions which include laundering, maintenance, kitchen services, farming and other occupations.

8.Enforces maintenance by inmates of cleanliness in the cell blocks and prison areas.

9.Maintains discipline in prison cell blocks and prison areas.

10.Reports prison activities, complaints and conditions to his Senior Shift Officer or other officer of higher rank.

11.Exercises first aid and emergency measures until the arrival of proper authorities.

12.Performs related duties such as screening visitors; operating two‑way radios; carrying and operating firearms; inspecting fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, alarms and other safety apparatus; serving food to inmates; and assigning housing areas to inmates.

13.Exercises authority consistent with the obligations imposed by the oath of office.

14.Accountable for the securing, receipting and proper transporting of all property received into custody.

15.Maintains and monitors caustic and toxic materials that are stored in designated chemical closets.

16.Uses physical force in a lawful manner to restrain and apprehend inmates and to suppress riots, violence, escapes, disturbances or other crises, including suicides, by inmates, including inmates who may be violent and dangerous.

17.Carries and uses fire arms when authorized in a safe and lawful manner.

18.Functions in dangerous situations where personal safety may be in jeopardy, where conditions are stressful; and where subject to physical and verbal abuse.

19.Works long hours during any part of a 24 hour day, including weekends and holidays.

20.Stands or walks for prolonged periods of time.

21.Reports for duty in a prompt and timely fashion wherever assigned.

22.Maintains regular and uninterrupted attendance at work.

23.Maintains a thorough, working knowledge of all applicable policies and procedures.

24.Conducts confidential investigations and inquiries when assigned to Special Services.

III.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A.

Education and Experience:

Associate’s Degree, or higher education; or documentation of 60 credits towards completion of a Bachelor’s Degree at an accredited college or institution of higher learning; or two years of military service.
Two (2) years of relevant work experience may be used to substitute for a degree or (2) years of military service.

B.

Special Requirements :

1.Physical…