Corrections Officer: Jail Security & Dispatch (Part-Time)

Schuyler County; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Schuyler County Civil Service Department seeks a part-time jail officer with responsibilities for inmate custody, security, and order within the county facility and related units. The role requires precinct-level supervision, adherence to rules, and possible work in the 911 center as situations demand.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, and will undergo a Civil Service test with the potential for permanency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of NYS Commission of Corrections training prior to probationary completion.
• Dispatcher training including NYSPIN and EMD if assigned to the Control Room.

Responsibilities

• Makes periodic rounds, supervises inmate movement and maintains jail security at an assigned post or cell tier.
• Locks and unlocks cells and access doors using mechanical and electrical devices.
• Monitors for unusual incidents or safety concerns and reports to supervisor in writing or verbally.
• Performs routine fire and safety checks of cell and corridor areas.
• Transports inmates to courts, prisons, medical facilities, or other locations as needed.
• Issues clothing and bedding and instructs inmates in care and proper usage.
• Books inmates by preparing records and taking fingerprints and photos.
• Inventories and records inmate clothing and property.
• Escorts visitors and observes inmate visitations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Schuyler County Civil Service Department seeks a part-time jail officer with responsibilities for inmate custody, security, and order within the county facility and related units. The role requires precinct-level supervision, adherence to rules, and possible work in the 911 center as situations demand.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, and will undergo a Civil Service test with the potential for permanency.