Correctional Officer: Security & Inmate Supervision

DelDOT; Delaware; On-site; USD 55,421 - 59,580; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Department of Correction seeks an entry-level officer responsible for discipline and security of an assigned post inside or outside a secure facility. You will gain knowledge of rules, regulations and procedures through orientation and on-the-job training; positions report to a technical supervisor.

Duties include escorting inmates, conducting searches, operating locking systems, maintaining logs, and supporting riot control training as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Responsibilities

• Maintains control of inmates while escorting individuals or groups within the prison.
• Keeps accurate head counts of inmates in the assigned security post.
• Conducts periodic shakedowns of inmates and searches inmates, visitors, employees, cell blocks and/or other structures for such prohibited items as tools, weapons or other contraband.
• Operates manual and electronic locking systems.
• Enforces all rules, regulations and procedures affecting inmate discipline, security and safety.
• Observes inmate activities to detect unusual or prohibited behavior which may be a threat to the security of the facility or the safety of the inmate, other inmates, employees or visitors.
• Ensures inmates conform to proper standards of care as required for the living areas and personal hygiene.
• Maintains the custody of inmates during transport to other institutions and in the community for court appearances or a variety of appointments.
• Prepares and maintains a daily log and routine reports of activities and incidents on the assigned shift using an automated information system to enter, update, retrieve and report on data.
• May be required to train and care for K-9 including feeding, grooming and kennel maintenance.
• May enter institution as backup in riot control and shakedown activities.
• May participate in the pursuit of escapees.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Delaware Department of Correction seeks an entry-level officer responsible for discipline and security of an assigned post inside or outside a secure facility. You will gain knowledge of rules, regulations and procedures through orientation and on-the-job training; positions report to a technical supervisor.

Duties include escorting inmates, conducting searches, operating locking systems, maintaining logs, and supporting riot control training as needed.