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Baltimore County
Correctional Classification Officer
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What they do
A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$59,678 / year median in Maryland
+6% projected growth
Job Description
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. Pay Schedule I-C, Grade 4-
Under general supervision, properly classifies inmates and detainees within the Department of Corrections and recommends these persons for appropriate treatment and rehabilitation programs. Screens and evaluates defendants sentenced to the Department of Corrections as well as those incarcerated and awaiting trial. Recommends proper classification of inmates and detainees within the Department of Corrections based on the interviewing and evaluation process. Coordinates the delivery of treatment services to prospective defendants. Refers individuals to various treatment and/or rehabilitation programs, which may include appropriate drug and alcohol treatment for proper evaluation and follow-up treatment by psychiatrists, psychologists, or social workers. Re-evaluates defendants periodically for proper placement in other custody sections of the Department of Corrections. Creates and manages case files. Maintains statistical data and evaluation and treatment progress reports on all defendants assigned to the counselor's caseload. Prepares written reports on treatment and evaluation of particular defendants for outside agencies. Examples of Other Duties Performs other related duties as assigned.
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C, Regular Schedule:
40 hours per week A vacancy exists in the Department of Corrections. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.Note:
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You MUST attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and/or license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s), and/or education must be submitted with each application.Under general supervision, properly classifies inmates and detainees within the Department of Corrections and recommends these persons for appropriate treatment and rehabilitation programs. Screens and evaluates defendants sentenced to the Department of Corrections as well as those incarcerated and awaiting trial. Recommends proper classification of inmates and detainees within the Department of Corrections based on the interviewing and evaluation process. Coordinates the delivery of treatment services to prospective defendants. Refers individuals to various treatment and/or rehabilitation programs, which may include appropriate drug and alcohol treatment for proper evaluation and follow-up treatment by psychiatrists, psychologists, or social workers. Re-evaluates defendants periodically for proper placement in other custody sections of the Department of Corrections. Creates and manages case files. Maintains statistical data and evaluation and treatment progress reports on all defendants assigned to the counselor's caseload. Prepares written reports on treatment and evaluation of particular defendants for outside agencies. Examples of Other Duties Performs other related duties as assigned.
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The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed. Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a social or behavioral science or criminal justice. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Age Requirement Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment. Character Requirements All applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation, a psychological examination, and a drug test. Citizenship Requirements All applicants must be citizens or resident aliens of the United States at the time of appointment. Proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of license(s), certification(s) and education beyond high school to meet the required qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certificate(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s), and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( www.WES.org ).