Corrections Officer: Public Safety & Growth Path

Westmoreland-County; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive benefits package

retirement plan

paid time off

opportunities for growth

Job summary

Westmoreland County is seeking applicants for the full-time Corrections Officer position at the Westmoreland County Prison. The role involves monitoring inmate activities and maintaining security of the facility, including processing new inmates and enforcing post orders.

Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent and complete the required training at the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections Training Academy after probationary period.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must complete training at the Pennsylvania DOC Training Academy.
• Ability to lead a team of corrections officers.
• Strong English language skills.
• Knowledge of security practices and inmate handling.

Responsibilities

• Maintain care, custody, and control of inmates.
• Ensure security of the facility; manage entry and key logs.
• Supervise details and recreation areas.
• Process new inmates; issue IDs and collect data.
• Respond to emergencies and medical history records.
• Dispense medications and provide inmate counseling.

Skills

English proficiency

Team leadership

Security procedures

Inmate supervision

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Computer terminal

Typewriter

Photocopier

Telephone

Job description

Westmoreland County is seeking applicants for the full-time Corrections Officer position at the Westmoreland County Prison. The role involves monitoring inmate activities and maintaining security of the facility, including processing new inmates and enforcing post orders.

Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent and complete the required training at the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections Training Academy after probationary period.