Correction Sergeant Position Available In Chautauqua, New York

Correction Sergeant Chautauqua County, NY Chautauqua County, NY

CORRECTION SERGEANT CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF SALARY RANGE

$30.61

• $40.

66/HOUR The Chautauqua County’s Office of the Sheriff is currently accepting applications for the title of Correction Sergeant. This is a responsible position involving the supervision of Correction Officers and performance of a variety of duties in connection with the safe and efficient operation of the Chautauqua County Jail to include guarding and attending to the care and well-being of inmates. Supervision and technical assistance is provided to Correction Officers. Supervision is generally received from a Corrections Lieutenant with wide leeway provided for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative when the occasion arises. Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities :

Serves as a working supervisor over a number of Correction Officers to include assignment and review work; Transports initiates to and from doctor and dentist appointments or court appearances as required; Fingerprints, photographs and otherwise assists in the proper identification of inmates; Develops photographs, records, fingerprints, maintains personal identification files and assists in the training of identification procedures; Schedules and coordinates inmate work details; Assesses possible problem areas and makes recommendations to supervisor or Sheriff; Conducts regular inspections of assigned areas and otherwise maintains security and proper discipline; Books and searches inmates, issues clothing and escorts inmates to quarters; Serves as custodian of inmate’ s money, clothing and personal property; Inspects inmate’ s quarters to detect possession of unauthorized objects by inmates; Receives and inspects legal papers and otherwise arranges for the release of inmates; Arranges for clothing and records and otherwise prepares for transfer of persons to courts, penal institutions and hospitals; Compiles and maintains inmate records and periodic activity reports; Performs occasional relief duties at desk as assigned. This position is being filled on a provisional basis pending the outcome of a future dated Civil Service examination for this title.

Chautauqua County Offers A Comprehensive Benefits Package Which Includes:

• Health Insurance (including Dental & Vision plan)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Health Savings Account (partially funded by the County)
• Vacation & Sick Time Personal Days
• NYSLERS Pension
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Eligible for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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Wellness Program Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must be serving and have served on a permanent basis in the competitive class for four (4) years as a Correction Officer with the Chautauqua County Office of the Sheriff.

NOTE:

Conviction of a felony will bar, and conviction of a misdemeanor or other offense may bar examination and/or appointment.