What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correction Officers position at Chenango County?
Chenango County Benefits Include:
· Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal leave time
· New York State Pension
· Generous Health Plan
· Dental Coverage
· Medical & Dependent pre-tax contributions
· Deferred Comp 457 retirement plan
· Student Loan Forgiveness
· Paid cancer screening leave
· Retiree Health Insurance
· Training programs
· Promotion and advancement opportunities
Correction Officers - This is a position in the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office. The work involves responsibility on an assigned shift for the enforcement of rules, regulations and policies governing the custody, security, conduct, discipline, safety and general well being of inmates in the County correctional facility. Duties involve considerable inmate contact and supervision. A Correction Officer books inmates and supervises them in work, rest, recreational and learning environments. Duties also include responsibility for driving or escorting inmates to various locations outside the County correctional facility and may include responsibility for guarding inmates admitted to a hospital. Work procedures are well defined but incumbents must be alert to possibilities of emergency situations arising and exercise sound judgment when problems occur. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Corrections Corporal, Corrections Sergeant or higher ranking officer. Supervision over the work of others is not a requirement of employees in this class. Does related work as required.
Successful completion of the next civil service examination for this position with a reachable score will be required for permanent appointment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
Competitive Class position. Civil Service Examination required for permanent appointment.
TO APPLY:
A Chenango County Civil Service application form MUST BE completed. For applications contact the Chenango County Personnel Office at (607) 337-1470 or visit https://www.chenangocountyny.gov/199/Vacancies.
For questions about specific job responsibilities contact the Corrections Lieutenant at (607) 334-2000. Applications will be accepted until all vacancies are filled.
EEOE M/F/D/V/GI/SO
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $26.04 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26
