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Walk-In Correctional Officer Interviews - July 1, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, and 29

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Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services

Westover, MD (In Person)

$54,447 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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Job Description

Event Details:
Representatives of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) will be at Wor-Wic Community College, Maner Technology Center , located at 32000 Campus Drive, Salisbury, MD 21804, on the following dates. Wednesday, July 1, 2026
  • 4pm-7pm
  • Room 301 Wednesday, July 8, 2026
  • 4pm-7pm
  • Room 301 Saturday, July 11, 2026
  • 10am-2pm
  • Room 301 Wednesday, July 15, 2026
  • 4pm-7pm
  • Room 301 Saturday, July 18, 2026
  • 10am-2pm
  • Room 301 Wednesday, July 22, 2026
  • 4pm-7pm
  • Room 201 Saturday, July 25, 2026
  • 10am-2pm
  • Room 201 Wednesday, July 29, 2026
  • 4pm-7pm
  • Room 201 At this event, you will be able to apply for the Correctional Officer position and should you meet the minimum qualifications you will have the opportunity to interview onsite.
This event will be for processing of applicants who are ONLY willing to work in the following counties and within the following facilities: Somerset County, Eastern Correctional Institution You are encouraged to complete an application prior to your arrival (link below).
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R1=24&R2=004080&R3=0001 The minimum qualifications for this position include a High School Diploma or GED; must be at least 21 years of age (able to apply at 20 years and 6 months); US Citizenship or Resident Alien Status; and complete background requirements. _ No experience required. Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications for the Correctional Officer I position to be eligible for an interview.
Salary:
From $54,447 per year
Sign On & Regional Bonus:
Up to $7,500 HIRING
INCENTIVES
Newly hired Correctional Officers will receive a $5,000 incentive
  • $2,000 after successfully completing their training at a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Academy and $3,000 after successfully completing their probationary period.
A regional hiring bonus of $2,500 is available for applicants who select the Eastern Shore, Hagerstown, or Cumberland facilities.
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. Personal Leave
  • new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date). Annual Leave
  • ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year. Sick Leave
  • fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year. Parental Leave
  • up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child. Holidays
  • State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year. Pension
  • State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES & POSSIBILITIES
Canine Unit (K9) Special Operations Group (SOG) Tactical Unit Intelligence Unit Home Detention Unit CO Environmental Officer Commitment Unit Academy Instructor In-Service Instructor Range Instructor Transportation Instructor Contraband Interdiction Team (CIT) Additional career opportunities throughout DPSCS (Finance, HR, IT, Parole & Probation, Case Management etc.)
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
Pay:
$54,447.00 per year
Work Location:
In person