Detention Center Security Officer

CHESTER COUNTY PRISON; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chester County Prison in West Chester, PA is seeking a dedicated Correctional Officer to maintain security, supervise inmates, and enforce facility rules under supervision of senior staff.

You will handle direct inmate supervision, observation from towers, and safety protocols, with training provided to meet accreditation requirements and a focus on rehabilitative and re-entry services. This entry-level role requires 21+ age, background check, and reliable teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with ability to use a computer and basic software.
• Sound judgment, adaptability to a changing work environment, and positive attitude.
• Valid driver's license and professional conduct in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, custody and control of inmates on an assigned shift.
• Direct inmate activities and maintain security in cellblocks and housing units.
• Observe inmates from towers and visiting areas; search visitors as needed.
• Offer guidance to inmates on correctional processes and facility rules.
• Duties vary between direct inmate contact and roles with limited contact.

Skills

Inmate supervision

Communication skills

Professional ethics

Teamwork

Stability under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic PC skills

Tools

PC proficiency

Job description

The Chester County Prison in West Chester, PA is seeking a dedicated Correctional Officer to maintain security, supervise inmates, and enforce facility rules under supervision of senior staff.

You will handle direct inmate supervision, observation from towers, and safety protocols, with training provided to meet accreditation requirements and a focus on rehabilitative and re-entry services. This entry-level role requires 21+ age, background check, and reliable teamwork.