Correctional Officer & Electronics Systems Technician

State-of-Delawar; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Department of Correction is seeking a seasoned professional to oversee the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated security and IT systems across Delaware correctional facilities. You will supervise security staff, maintain alarms, cameras, and networks, and ensure readiness for on-call duties.

The role requires hands-on electronics experience, staff training, and budget awareness, with a state-wide security focus and a baseline drivers license requirement.

Qualifications

• At least 19 1/2 years of age.
• Six months experience in electronics.
• Six months experience in electronics testing and troubleshooting.
• Six months experience in narrative report writing.
• Knowledge of budget management and control within set policies.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of security staff operating computerized alarm systems.
• Maintains electronic sensors and PC boards, fiber optic and camera systems for security operations.
• Trains Correctional Officers on system operation in control rooms and towers.
• Maintains alarm logs and incident reports for tampering.
• Completes requisition forms to request system parts and manages bench stock inventory.
• Performs routine fence inspections to ensure proper operation.

Skills

Electronic troubleshooting

Report writing

Budget management

Driver's license

Security systems operation

Training others

Tools

Security cameras

Fiber optic systems

Access control systems

Phone network systems

Job description

Delaware Department of Correction is seeking a seasoned professional to oversee the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated security and IT systems across Delaware correctional facilities. You will supervise security staff, maintain alarms, cameras, and networks, and ensure readiness for on-call duties.

The role requires hands-on electronics experience, staff training, and budget awareness, with a state-wide security focus and a baseline drivers license requirement.