Correctional Officer

About the role

Maintain security and discipline in a City correctional institution or police detention facility on an assigned shift.

Responsibilities

• Guard inmates at a work location, in cell blocks, and transport them from institutions to and from courts and between institutions.
• Perform general laboring tasks as required.

Requirements

Regular exposure to unpredictable conditions and occasional physical effort required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a correctional officer academy is preferred.

Skills

• Physical strength and stamina.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Knowledge of correctional procedures and inmate management.

Benefits

The City of Philadelphia offers comprehensive health care and benefits, including a hiring bonus of 20% of starting salary.

Pay

Starting salary $52,047 during the training academy based on an 8-hour shift. Upon graduation from the academy, the salary increases to $63,758 with potential to reach up to $75,562 based on a 12-hour shift.

Schedule

Shifts vary, but typically include 8-hour and 12-hour shifts.