What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correction Officer-Provisional position at Fulton Montgomery Regional Chamber of Commerce?
Salary
$52,020; FT
$28.00; PT
Department: Sheriff
Last File Date: 6/30/2026
Distinguishing Features of The Class: The work involves responsibility on an assigned shift for the enforcement of rules and regulations governing the custody, security, conduct, discipline, safety and general well being of inmates in a county correctional facility. The duties involve considerable inmate contact and supervision in a work, recreation or learning environment. Work procedures are well defined but incumbents must be alert to possibilities of emergency situations arising and exercise sound judgment when problems occur. The work is performed under general supervision of a higher- level correctional supervisor with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in dealing with dayto-day situations in the facility. The incumbent does related work as required.
Residency Requirement: Applicants must be a legal resident of Montgomery County or a Contiguous County.
Please provide a copy of your driver’s license (front and back) for proof of residency.
PLEASE ATTACH ALL REQUIRED LICENSES, TRANSCRIPTS/DIPLOMAS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW WITH YOUR APPLICATION TO VERIFY ALL CREDENTIALS
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma. Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s License.
Aditional Qualifications
All appointees must:
Applications are available online at: www.co.montgomery.ny.us Completed applications must be received by the last file date.
$52,020; FT
$28.00; PT
Department: Sheriff
Last File Date: 6/30/2026
Distinguishing Features of The Class: The work involves responsibility on an assigned shift for the enforcement of rules and regulations governing the custody, security, conduct, discipline, safety and general well being of inmates in a county correctional facility. The duties involve considerable inmate contact and supervision in a work, recreation or learning environment. Work procedures are well defined but incumbents must be alert to possibilities of emergency situations arising and exercise sound judgment when problems occur. The work is performed under general supervision of a higher- level correctional supervisor with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in dealing with dayto-day situations in the facility. The incumbent does related work as required.
Residency Requirement: Applicants must be a legal resident of Montgomery County or a Contiguous County.
Please provide a copy of your driver’s license (front and back) for proof of residency.
PLEASE ATTACH ALL REQUIRED LICENSES, TRANSCRIPTS/DIPLOMAS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW WITH YOUR APPLICATION TO VERIFY ALL CREDENTIALS
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma. Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s License.
Aditional Qualifications
All appointees must:
- Meet all applicable sections of the New York State Public Officers Law.
- Be age 20 at time of appointment.
- Possess a valid New York State driver's license 30 days prior to probationary appointment and maintain same while serving in the title of Correction Officer.
- Must be a resident of the Montgomery County or a Contiguous County one month prior to probationary appointment and while serving in the title of Correction Officer.
- Consent to a background investigation and have no record of felony conviction. Misdemeanor conviction may bar appointment.
- Meet all medical and psychological standards in effect at time of appointment.
- Participate in a Drug and Alcohol Screening, both prior to appointment and the term of employment.
Applications are available online at: www.co.montgomery.ny.us Completed applications must be received by the last file date.
Salary : $52,020