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Erie County Government

Correctional Officer

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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.

$61,662 / year median in Pennsylvania

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Department Corrections Location Erie County Department of Corrections Status Full Time Starting Pay Rate $21.00 Hourly Hours Per Week 40.0 Exemption Status Non-Exempt Posting Date 09/15/2026 Closing Date 09/30/2026 Pay Grade NC11 Bargaining Unit
NCEU CORRECTION OFFICER
Posting Number 5869 Definition of Class This position is responsible for the care, custody and control of incarcerated offenders committed to the Erie County Department of Corrections. This is inclusive of the main prison and the Community Corrections Center. Duties & Responsibilities Communicate with and manage inmates by orienting new commitments with rules, procedures and general information of the facility Enforce all rules and regulations as well as sanctions for any violations Conduct cell inspections for contraband, damage and cleanliness Observe, monitor and supervise offender movement, escort offenders in groups and restrict movement during scheduled counts and emergencies Maintain key, tool and equipment control by inspecting, reporting, and taking inventory Maintain health, safety and sanitation standards Communicate professionally with staff and offenders Document incidents and write complete, concise and accurate reports Participate in all training courses Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to follow written and oral instructions Minimum supervisory ability, use of good judgement and alertness Ability to write accurate and concise reports Basic computer knowledge to include familiarization with word processing The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Minimum Requirements Must be at least 18 years of age High School Diploma or GED Must have a Valid Driver's License Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree preferred. Conditions Of Employment Successful completion of the following is required: 1. Agility and basic skills test 2. REACT skills test and Evaluation for Adult Correctional Facilities 3. Psychological assessment 4. Physical exam to include drug screen and interview. Must be at least 18 years of age, posses excellent health, and have the ability to rotate shifts at least quarterly. Applicants must also provide the following documents: 1. Department of Corrections signed and witnessed Release of Information Form 2. Copy of driver's license 3. Copy of Social Security Card 4. Copy of High School or College Diploma