Correctional Officer

Erie County, Pennsylvania; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie County Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Officer to oversee the care, custody and control of incarcerated offenders at the Erie County facilities. You will orient new commitments, enforce rules, conduct inspections and supervise inmate movement, while maintaining safety and reporting incidents accurately.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED, 18+ years old, and a valid driver's license; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

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.

Skills

Follow instructions

Judgement & alertness

Report writing

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

• 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.
• 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

Position: Correctional Officer

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 10/01/2026 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

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Erie County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Erie County Government values the power of diversity in our workforce. Our goal is to continue developing inclusive workforce policies that require individual equality, support the diversity of employee experiences, and include unique perspectives.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.