Top 88 correctional officer Jobs in pennsylvania

Corrections Officer
Bradford County Correctional Facility —Troy, PA
- Part-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Midnight Detention Counselor for Juveniles - Pittsburgh
Adelphoi Village Inc —Pittsburgh, PA
- $20.00 - $21.35 an hour
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid training
- 403(b) matching
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$24.89 Correction Officer- Bonus up to $2000
Whalls Group —West Chester, PA
- From $24.89 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Corrections Officer
County of Elk —Ridgway, PA
- From $18.45 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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1d
Maintenance Corrections Officer
COUNTY OF LEHIGH PENNSYLVANIA —Allentown, PA
- $25.74 an hour
- Full-time
- Mechanic experience
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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County Correctional Officer
County of Venango —Franklin, PA
- $16.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Serving
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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CORRECTIONS OFFICER I
COUNTY OF GREENE —Waynesburg, PA
- From $17.75 an hour
- Online Application
- Serving
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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P/T HOSPITAL OFFICER
The GEO Group —Philadelphia, PA
- $33.47 an hour
- Extended hours
- Hospital
- Military
- Computer literacy
Corrections Officer I
Chester County of Pennsylvania —West Chester, PA
- $25.76 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- On-the-job training
Youth Center Officer
Chester County of Pennsylvania —Chester, PA
- $25.23 an hour
- Extended hours
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
Youth Center Officer (part-time)
County of Chester —West Chester, PA
- $23.04 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Ability to climb stairs
Correctional Officer
County of Delaware —Thornton, PA
- $25 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Office
- Team management
P/T LEAD HOSPITAL OFFICER
The GEO Group —Philadelphia, PA
- $33.47 an hour
- Extended hours
- Management
- Hospital
- Computer literacy
Corrections Officer
COUNTY OF LEHIGH PENNSYLVANIA —Allentown, PA
- $25.74 an hour
- Full-time
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Computer skills
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8d
Correctional Officer
City of Philadelphia —Philadelphia, PA
- $63,758 - $75,562 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Military
- Residential
- Military encouraged
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
5d
Youth Center Officer (part-time)
Chester County of Pennsylvania —Chester, PA
- $23.04 an hour
- Extended hours
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
Correctional Officer
Montgomery County Pennsylvania —Eagleville, PA
- $25.96 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
Corrections Officer
County of Bucks —Bucks County, PA
- $25.04 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Typing
- On-the-job training
Deputy Sheriff
County of Delaware —Media, PA
- $25.32 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Mid-level
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Dauphin County —Harrisburg, PA
- From $54,080 a year
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- On-the-job training

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Corrections Officer

Bradford County Correctional Facility -
Troy, PA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Application of force in correctional facilities
Driver's License
Supervising experience
Working with incarcerated individuals
Basic firearms training
Inmate behavior management techniques

Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Maintains control of inmates of the County Jail; does related work as require.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

Work involves responsibility for preventing escapes and maintaining order among prisoners. Employees supervise and guard a group of inmates on work assignments. Duties are carried out in accordance with established orders and procedures. Supervision is received from a higher ranking officer who makes the assignments and reviews the work by personal observation and inspections.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Enforces County rules and regulations in handling and guarding prisoners;

Supervises and guards prisoners performing work assignments;

Keeps count of prisoners under supervision;

Checks work in progress to insure conformance with instructions;

Guards prisoners to and from work assignments;

Shakes down prisoners at end of day’s work to remove and objectionable materials from their possession;

Escorts prisoners to and from activity and other locations;

Performs tasks relating to intakes and releases;

Shakes down prisoners and makes inspections for contraband;

Locks and unlocks doors and performs related security tasks;

Keeps records and makes reports.

Performs other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works indoors with limited work space, adequate lighting and ventilation, and fluctuation in temperatures; exposure to noise, disruptions, and stress;

Normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt;

Works with potentially volatile, hostile or aggressive inmates.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have the ability to record, convey, and present information, explain procedures, and follow instructions;

Must be able to sit for long periods of time with frequent periods of standing, walking, and occasional twisting, reaching, pulling, and pushing required for obtaining files, doing inspections or other job duties;

Dexterity requirements range from simple to complex movements of fingers/hands, legs/feet, or torso to carry out job duties;

Sedentary work with occasional lifting, 15-20 pounds;

Must demonstrate emotional stability;

Ability to cope with physical and mental stress of the position;

Must be able to pay close attention to detail and concentrate on work.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to quickly learn the methods and techniques used in the control and custody of prisoners; ability to control and direct inmates individually and in groups; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to remain alert at all times and to react quickly and calmly in emergencies; some skill in the use and care of firearms; physical strength and agility and freedom from disabling defects, and ability to meet such specific physical requirements as may be established by competent authority.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE and TRAINING:

Some experience in supervision laborers or in police or general guard duty and completion of a standard high school course; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

ADDITIONAL TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Possession of a driver’s license. Completion of training program required by Commonwealth of Pennsylvania/Department of Corrections.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)
Night Shift (Preferred)
Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Troy, PA 16947 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Troy, PA 16947: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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correctional officer jobs in pennsylvania

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