Senior Correctional Sergeant - Security & Supervision

DelDOT; Wilmington, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Delaware Department of Correction seeks a first line supervisor responsible for supervising the discipline and security of an assigned post inside and/or outside a secure facility. This on-site leadership position ensures compliance with all rules and safe operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining control of inmates, conducting searches, operating locking systems, observing for security threats, logging activities, and training or caring for K-9 units as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years experience as Correctional Sergeant or four years combined as Correctional Corporal, Correctional Sergeant, OR equivalent experience in the CO/series.
• Three years experience in implementing and applying institutional/departmental rules, policies and procedures.
• Two years experience in preparing, maintaining, and approving complex records, reports and logs using an automated information system.
• One year experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.
• Knowledge of making recommendations on changes to policies, procedures and techniques that improve security.
• 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.

Job description

The State of Delaware Department of Correction seeks a first line supervisor responsible for supervising the discipline and security of an assigned post inside and/or outside a secure facility. This on-site leadership position ensures compliance with all rules and safe operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining control of inmates, conducting searches, operating locking systems, observing for security threats, logging activities, and training or caring for K-9 units as needed.