CORRECTIONAL MAINTENANCE OFFICER I Grounds Supervision (Statewide)

State of Maryland; Jessup (MD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Pension

Paid time off

Job summary

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) in Maryland seeks a Correctional Maintenance Officer I – Grounds Supervision at Jessup Correctional Institution. You will oversee landscaping, upkeep of outdoor areas, and supervise inmate workers on the grounds crew.

Primary duties include enforcing safety and security rules, scheduling tasks, and maintaining tools and equipment. Requires a high school diploma and two years of grounds supervision experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of grounds supervision experience required.
• Experience supervising inmate workers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inmate workers, enforce safety and security rules.
• Estimate time, materials, and supplies for tasks.
• Supervise grounds maintenance and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Grounds supervision

Inmate supervision

Safety & security

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Grounds equipment

Job description

Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, you may consider a career with the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS).

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.

As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

GRADE

CORR 0004

LOCATION OF POSITION

Jessup Correctional Institution (JCI) 7805 House of Correction Rd Jessup, MD 20794

Main Purpose of Job

A Correctional Maintenance Officer I Grounds Supervision is the entry level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of adult inmates in maintenance and repair work in a correctional environment. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions.

The main purpose of a Correctional Maintenance Officer Grounds Supervision position is the landscaping, cultivation, and structural upkeep of the facility's outdoor areas, the instruction and supervision of incarcerated individuals assigned to the grounds crew, and the maintenance of perimeter custody and security.

POSITION DUTIES

• Inmate Supervision: Maintains control and discipline among inmate workers; conducts searches for contraband items; administers verbal or written disciplinary actions to inmates for any violations of conduct standards. Enforces safety, sanitary, custody and security rules and regulations. Physically restrains inmates if necessary during fights or escape attempts. Maintains continual count of inmates assigned to work details supervised. Assigns installation maintenance or repair tasks to designated inmates performing at various levels of proficiency in the trade. Train and instructs inmates regarding methods and techniques, use of tools and equipment, and proper care of tools and equipment. Inspects and approves/disapproves all work performed by inmates for adherence to quality standards.


• Administrative related functions: Estimates time, materials and supplies needed to conduct assigned maintenance or repair tasks. Orders supplies and materials needed. Keeps records of supplies and materials used; inventories materials on hand tools in use.


• Performance of Trade – related functions: Personally performs certain installation, maintenance or repair tasks on grounds infrastructure. Plans and implements appropriate procedures, operates hand and power tools and equipment needed; maintains record of time, supplies and materials required. Escorts third party vendors and inspect completed work assignment. Ground Supervision duties focus on landscape upkeep. Key tasks include managing work crews, controlling tool inventories.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.


• Experience: Two years of grounds supervision experience.

Notes:

1. The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.


2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in correctional institutional specialty codes in the criminal justice field of work at a rate of two years of military experience for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience and ability to determine proper methods of planting, cultivating, and caring for hedges, shrubs, lawns and flowers; gardening materials, tools, and equipment, and their use and care.


• Experience and ability to perform miscellaneous gardening and ground maintenance work.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland prior to permanent appointment. Some positions in this classification may require employees to acquire the appropriate Maryland driver’s license to operate motor vehicles for the transportation of inmates or supplies. Employees who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status


• Must be at least 21 years of age


• A completed background investigation


• Oral interview


• Physical examination.


• Employees in this classification are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, must provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.


• Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Becoming a Correctional Maintenance Officer requires that a recruit completes the Entry Level Training Program at the Training Academy through the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC), at one of our regional locations throughout the state of Maryland. Upon successful graduation from the Academy, individuals will be assigned to facilities throughout the state of Maryland.

This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout the State of Maryland. Please indicate on your application all the counties in the state of Maryland where you are willing to accept employment. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of two years.

Successful candidates placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Common Disqualifiers

• Prior Drug Use- The Commission may not certify an applicant to a mandated position if the applicant has within a 12 month period immediately preceding the date of hire, unlawfully used natural cannabis or natural cannabinoids.


• Arrest Records- No felony convictions; No misdemeanor convictions within five (5) years; No probations before judgement or parole and probation within five (5) years; Must not currently be on parole or probation; No civil drug convictions within three (3) years.


• Driving Records- No convictions or probations before judgement on any 12-point violation within five (5) years. Including but not limited to driving under the influence, driving while intoxicated, attempting to flee/ elude police and/or driving while license is refused / suspended / revoked /canceled.


• Academy- Must meet the guidelines for certification by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.


• Military records- No separations less than honorable.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. Information will not provided will not be considered once application has been submitted.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

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

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.