Correctional Deputy I (Entry Level)

Business: Carroll County Sheriff’s Office

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Detention Center

Business Address:
100 North Court Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2610

Contact Name: Denise Harmon
Title: HR Specialist – Pre-Employment/Recruitment
Email: dcharmon@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://sheriff.carrollcountymd.gov/employcurrentopenings.html

Job Description

DESCRIPTION:
This is an entry-level position which ensures Detention Center Security and Public Safety through custody and control of incarcerated offenders. All employees in this position are assigned to the Field Training Program for twelve days, a meeting with Command Staff and unit supervisors to receive an overview of operations during the first week. During the second week, the Correctional Deputy is learning “hands on” at all security posts with the FTO. The Correctional Deputy is tested daily during training and evaluated by a supervisor before being assigned to a Security Shift. This position requires working days, nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned. All entry level non-certified Correctional Deputies must successfully complete the Correctional Academy within one year of hire.

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Ability to follow oral and written directions; write routine reports and correspondence; read technical literature; and calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and work within guidelines
• Ability to thoroughly understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Ability to work equitably, tactfully and effectively with others
• Ability to deal cooperatively and fairly with the general public
• Ability to handle sensitive public contacts, communicating with tact and professionalism
• Ability to perform all correctional duties without restriction and complete all duties and responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); no experience is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manual. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION
Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sound physical conditions, to be determined by physical agility test and medical examination.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS
• No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions
• No dishonorable discharge from any law enforcement agency or Armed Forces
• Mentally, emotionally, and physically stable
• Demonstrates personal integrity and good moral character
• Pays attention to detail, is conscientious and demonstrates accountability for their actions

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, Driver’s Record Check, H.S. Diploma/GED, Physical Required, Drug Test Required, Background Check

Wages per hour: $47,237/yr.
Number of openings: 7
Overtime: YES
Benefits: YES

Days of Work:
MONDAY 12 hr. shifts  TUESDAY 12 hr. shifts  WEDNESDAY 12 hr. shifts  THURSDAY 12 hr. shifts  FRIDAY 12 hr. shifts  SATURDAY 12 hr. shifts  SUNDAY 12 hr. shifts
Shift: 12 hour permanent shifts (0800 hrs – 2000 hrs / 2000 hrs – 0800 hrs.)

How to Apply: https://www.policeapp.com/Entry-Level-Carroll-County-Sheriffs-Office-MD-Police-Officer-Jobs/870/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: NO
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 06/30/2024