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Correctional Security Officer (Facility Operator I) - Non-Merit

Baltimore County, MD -
Towson, MD

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Job Details

$20.05 - $28.60 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Military leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Credit union membership
Bereavement leave
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Physical security
Visitor query response
Metal detectors
Fire safety
CCTV system operation (AV)
Correctional facility access control procedures
8th grade experience
Security alarm response
X-ray passenger screening
Mail distribution
Phone call screening
Physical surveillance
High school diploma or GED
Mail management
Experience working with incarcerated individuals
Organizational skills
Patrolling
Security system monitoring (security system operation)
Physical access control
Telephone systems
Mail processing
Equipment testing
1 year
Emergency evacuation protocols
Entry level

Full Job Description

Correctional Security Officer (Facility Operator I) - Non-Merit

Salary

$20.05 - $28.60 Hourly

Location

Towson, MD

Job Type

NON-MERIT

Job Number

NM.116 07-2026

Department

CORRECTIONS

Opening Date

07/15/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Description
Benefits
Questions

Regular Schedule: 37.5 hours per week

A non-merit vacancy exists in the Department of Corrections.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, maintains order and protects property, buildings, grounds, and facilities in the public areas of the Detention Center.

Secures the public entrances to the Detention Center.
Observes and monitors the entrance and exit of building visitors.
Directs building visitors and answers inquiries from the public.
Operates x-ray machines, metal detection devices, searches pocketbooks, briefcases, packages and other personal belongings of building visitors.
Confiscates weapons and contraband entering the building.
Monitors the reception and visiting areas of correctional facilities.
Receives, screens, routes, and responds to telephone calls at the facility.
Verifies the credentials of visitors.
Instructs the public regarding visiting rules and regulations.
Operates security doors to regulate the flow of visitors.
Sequesters and stores weapons of those visiting with inmates.
Patrols detention center buildings and grounds, safeguarding against disturbances, vandalism, fire, and theft.
Checks for mechanical equipment malfunctions and other maintenance problems.
Maintains records of patrol activities and enters patrol times at key stations.
Answers and directs telephone calls.
Provides information to the public regarding rules, regulations, and policies.
Informs building occupants that they have a visitor.
Observes and reports suspicious activities.
Secures the building by locking doors and windows.
Monitors and responds to security system alarms.
Observes surveillance camera monitors.
Creates and issues visitors passes.
Receives, sorts, routes, and inspects mail and packages.
Evacuates buildings during bomb threats, fire alarms, and other emergencies.

Examples of Other Duties
Raises, lowers, and folds flags daily. May supervise parole and probation intake. Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.

(Experience as a security officer may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.)

Character Requirement
Persons appointed to this classification must be of good moral character and emotionally stable as determined by a comprehensive background investigation and a drug test.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Account Clerk II - Department of Corrections
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Conditions of Employment

Persons appointed to this classification may work on either a rotating or fixed shift basis, which will include nights, weekends, holidays, required and mandated overtime when scheduled.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification entails frequent walking and standing and the operation of office equipment. Some work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as adverse weather and violent people.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Select the option that best describes your education and experience.

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
Completion of the 11th grade and at least one (1) year of experience as a security officer.
Completion of the 10th grade and at least two (2) years' experience as a security officer.
Completion of the 9th grade and at least three (3) years' experience as a security officer.
Completion of the eight 8th grade and at least four (4) years' experience as a security officer.
I do not have any of the combinations of education and experience.

Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License.
Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
Driver's License Learners Permit.
I do not have a driver's license.

Select the option that best describes your work experience as a security officer.

Five (5) or more years' experience as a security officer.
At least four (4) years' experience as a security officer.
At least three (3) years' experience as a security officer.
At least two (2) years' experience as a security officer.
At least one (1) year of experience as a security officer.
I do not have any security officer experience.

Do you have security officer experience in a government environment?

How many years of experience do you have as a Security Officer with a law enforcement agency?

At least 5 or more years' of experience
At least 4 years' experience
At least 3 years' experience
At least 1 year of experience
Less than 1 year of experience
I do not have any Security Officer experience with a law enforcement agency.

The work of this classification entails frequent walking and standing and the operation of office equipment. Some work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as adverse weather and violent people. Some positions may require travel between work sites. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.

I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

Required Question

Employer

Baltimore County

Address

308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone

410-887-3135

Website

http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov

Regular Schedule: 37.5 hours per week

A non-merit vacancy exists in the Department of Corrections.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, maintains order and protects property, buildings, grounds, and facilities in the public areas of the Detention Center.

Secures the public entrances to the Detention Center.
Observes and monitors the entrance and exit of building visitors.
Directs building visitors and answers inquiries from the public.
Operates x-ray machines, metal detection devices, searches pocketbooks, briefcases, packages and other personal belongings of building visitors.
Confiscates weapons and contraband entering the building.
Monitors the reception and visiting areas of correctional facilities.
Receives, screens, routes, and responds to telephone calls at the facility.
Verifies the credentials of visitors.
Instructs the public regarding visiting rules and regulations.
Operates security doors to regulate the flow of visitors.
Sequesters and stores weapons of those visiting with inmates.
Patrols detention center buildings and grounds, safeguarding against disturbances, vandalism, fire, and theft.
Checks for mechanical equipment malfunctions and other maintenance problems.
Maintains records of patrol activities and enters patrol times at key stations.
Answers and directs telephone calls.
Provides information to the public regarding rules, regulations, and policies.
Informs building occupants that they have a visitor.
Observes and reports suspicious activities.
Secures the building by locking doors and windows.
Monitors and responds to security system alarms.
Observes surveillance camera monitors.
Creates and issues visitors passes.
Receives, sorts, routes, and inspects mail and packages.
Evacuates buildings during bomb threats, fire alarms, and other emergencies.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Disclaimer

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