Correctional Deputy

Starting salary is $28.71 per hour ($29.58 per hour for applicants currently correctional certified with the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commission in good standing). Position is entitled to a $15,000 recruitment incentive payment upon hiring and completion of training academy and firearms qualification ($20,000 for current Maryland certified Correctional Officers upon completion of field training and firearms qualification).

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for immediate supervision, custody, care and control of inmates.
• Respond to emergency situations within the facility.
• Respond to the needs, requests, and complaints of the inmate population.
• Gather information and prepare written documentation and agency reports.
• Conduct facility security and inspections.
• Use various security devices.
• Attend roll-call and various training sessions.
• Maintain proper care and maintenance of uniforms and equipment.
• Perform all other job-related assignments as required.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen with 10 years of verifiable US residency.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate recognized by the Maryland State Board of Education.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no more than 3 points and a relatively clean record with no convictions for DUI.
• Must pass entrance level exam with or without reasonable accommodation (minimum score 70%).
• Must pass physical agility test.
• Must pass comprehensive background investigation and criminal record check; medical exam and drug/alcohol screening; polygraph exam; and psychological screening.
• Must provide handwriting sample for review.
• Must appear before and receive a favorable recommendation from Oral Interview Board.
• Visible tattoos are permitted if they are not offensive, indecent, extremist, racist or sexist. No visible tattoos will be permitted on the face or head.
• Must attend and successfully complete a 12-week MPCTC Entrance Level Correctional Academy and firearms qualification.
• Must possess a history and exhibit the characteristics of honesty, reliability, integrity, and interpersonal skills.
• Any criminal conviction(s) and/or arrest(s) may be grounds for disqualification.

Skills

• Ability to interact effectively with inmates, the public, and criminal justice agencies.
• Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate appropriate restraint in stressful and dangerous situations while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Ability to adapt to changes in working conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to read and follow directions both in written and oral form.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Sheriff’s Office Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation
• Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• Generous Leave Package & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay

$28.71 per hour ($29.58 per hour for applicants currently correctional certified with the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commission in good standing). Additional shift differential for evening and midnight shifts, overtime, compensatory time, holiday pay, and uniform allowance.