Corrections Security Officer — Inmate Care & Safety

Delco Pa; Media (Delaware County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Delco Pa in Delaware County oversees care, custody and control of incarcerated persons within a facility, enforcing agency rules and procedures. Supervises all functions and movement within the institution to include internal movement, recreation areas, visitation, meals, classes and commissary.

Responsibilities include monitoring activities, coordinating movement, counts, and emergency response; serving in various posts; ensuring safety, supervising programs, handling disciplinary reports and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• College coursework in behavioral sciences, correctional services, or related field preferred.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Ability to handle physical and mental stress.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and monitors the activities of incarcerated persons in living areas, recreation areas, dining areas and visitation areas.
• Coordinates and monitors movement of incarcerated persons, conducts counts, and provides emergency response as needed.
• May be assigned to various posts including control room, exits, health services, perimeter security, transportation, and more.
• Provides security in program activities and supervises labor crews; conducts shakedowns for contraband; initiates disciplinary reports.

Skills

Overtime readiness

Ability to work under stress

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

College coursework in behavioral sciences or related field

Tools

Computers

Department software

Job description

Delco Pa in Delaware County oversees care, custody and control of incarcerated persons within a facility, enforcing agency rules and procedures. Supervises all functions and movement within the institution to include internal movement, recreation areas, visitation, meals, classes and commissary.

Responsibilities include monitoring activities, coordinating movement, counts, and emergency response; serving in various posts; ensuring safety, supervising programs, handling disciplinary reports and