Corrections Officer Position Available In Norfolk, Massachusetts

The Norfolk Sheriffs Office seeks to employ talented and committedindividuals interested in joining a multi-talented, multi-cultural andprofessional organization dedicated to providing the utmost of publicsafety to the citizens of Norfolk County. In support of the Sheriffsmission to serve the citizens of Norfolk County by enhancing publicsafety, employees are tasked with the operation of a safe, secure andhumane correctional facility through the principles of directsupervision. In order to accomplish this goal, new employees become partof a highly trained, dedicated, professional, compassionate, and diverseworkforce. The level of responsibility of our employees requires that wetake great care in recruiting the best candidates we can find. TheNorfolk Sheriff’s Office is committed to identifying hard-working anddedicated individuals pursuing careers in public safety/law enforcement.

Our organization seeks individuals committed to the values of honor,integrity and selfless service.

STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Shall beresponsible for the care and custody of inmates detained at the NorfolkCounty Sheriff’s Office and Correctional Center or related programs.

Shall supervise inmates work details within the correctional centerfacility, ensuring that areas of responsibility are maintained in aclean, secure, and sanitary manner. Shall conduct searches of inmatesand areas within the facility for contraband in accordance withSheriff’s Office policy and procedures. Shall ensure and enforce thatthe inmate population adhere to the regulations. Correctional Center’srules and Shall prepare inmate disciplinary, informational and othersignificant reports as required by the Facility Shift Commander. Shalltransport prisoners to courts, hospitals or other institutions whilesecuring their safety and secure custody. Shall adhere to proper keycontrol procedures. Shall conduct accurate inmate head counts inaccordance with Sheriff’s Office policy and procedures. Shall beresponsible for making recommendations to the classification board oneach inmate assigned to his/her housing unit. Shall make recommendationsto superiors regarding Sheriff’s Office policy and procedure changes inaccordance with the chain of command. Shall be required to maintain andproperly document all facility logbooks. Shall conduct daily cellinspections to prevent contraband, security and sanitary violations.

Shall be familiar with and ensure compliance with all emergencycontingency plans: body alarm, escape, disorder, medical and fireemergency evacuation procedures. Shall assist and perform all otherduties as assigned by the Facility Shift Commander. The Sheriff ofNorfolk County reserves the right to add or delete from theseresponsibilities. Below are the minimum criteria to seek employment as aCorrections Officer within the

Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office:

Minimumage 21 High School Diploma or equivalent Honorable Discharge from theArmed Services (when applicable) Valid Drivers License Pass a drug andpsychological screening Pass a general and criminal background checkPass a written exam Pass a physical fitness test Demonstrate verbal,written and computer skills sufficient to effectively communicateProvide approved licensures (when applicable) Authorized to work in theUnited States NCSO is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

M/F/D/V All Applicants meeting Minimum Entrance Requirements will beconsidered for this position