Correction Officer

Correction Officer within the Chautauqua County Jail. Applicants must be current residents of Chautauqua County to apply and remain a resident of Chautauqua County throughout service in this classification. Chautauqua County Correction Officer is responsible for performing a variety of duties in connection with the safe and efficient operation of the County Jail to include guarding and attending to the care and well-being of inmates. FT/PT Salary Starting at $28.20 hour. Typical Work Activities: Guards inmates at various locations of the jail. Conducts regular inspections of assigned areas and otherwise maintains security and proper discipline; Transports inmates to and from doctor and dentist appointments or court appearances as required; Books and searches inmates, issues clothing and escorts inmates to quarters; Supervises the feeding of inmates to include serving and clean-up of meals; Attends to the care and well-being of inmates. Serves as custodian of inmates money, clothing and personal property; Inspects inmates quarters to detect possession of unauthorized objects by inmates; Fingerprints and photographs inmates who have not previously been booked; Receives and inspects legal papers and otherwise arranges for the release of inmates; Escorts inmates for interviews with attorneys, relatives and law enforcement agencies; Arranges for clothing and records and otherwise prepares for transfer of persons. Compiles and maintains inmate records and periodic activity reports; Performs relief duties at desk as assigned; May operate a computer terminal. Positions filled on a provisional basis pending the outcome of a future dated Civil Service examination for this title. Comprehensive Benefits Package: - Health Insurance Dental & Vision plan - 13 Paid Holidays - Health Savings Account (partially funded by the County) - Vacation & Sick Time - Sick Bonus - Personal Days - NYSLERS Pension - NYS Deferred Compensation - Eligible for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Wellness Program - Boot Allowance - 6% Shift Premium (after 6 pm) - Equipment and Uniforms provided - Overtime Opportunities Available - Show up pay for Shift Briefings - Eligible for PT Bonus - Specialized Training and Advancement Opportunities - Paid Training and Academy Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma. Special Requirements for Acceptance of Applications: A. Age - Candidates may take the examination prior to attaining age 20, but will NOT be eligible for appointment until their 20th birthday is reached. B. Medical and Psychological Screening - Candidates who are offered employment will be required to pass a physical/medical examination and a psychological screening prior to appointment. Failure to pass either the physical or psychological screening will bar candidates from appointment. C. Background Investigation - Candidates who pass the written test will be subject to a background investigation including but not limited to education, military, employment, credit, traffic and criminal records. Conviction of a felony will bar, and conviction of a misdemeanor or other offense may bar examination and/or appointment. D. Training - New York State Commission of Corrections regulations require that Corrections Officers successfully complete an approved mandatory training course within one year of being hired and before appointment becomes permanent. E. Candidates who are offered employment must also pass a comprehensive drug screening. F. A Correction Officer must be a U.S. Citizen at time of appointment. Residency Requirement: Candidates must have been legal residents of Chautauqua County for at least one month immediately preceding the date of appointment, and must remain a resident of Chautauqua County throughout service in this classification. Conviction of a felony will bar, and conviction of a misdemeanor or other offenses may bar examination and/or appointment