Correctional Officer I & II

Denton, MD
Caroline County Sheriff

Salary: $46,217 – $63,934 Annually

Position Summary:

Employees are assigned to rotating shifts. Employees are considered essential, and subject to call-in during emergencies and staffing shortages. They are also expected to report to work when scheduled during all types of weather. Work is performed primarily in a correctional facility and employees are continually required to conduct security checks and inspections of incarcerated individual’s housing areas. Employees are continually exposed to inmates who may be abusive and hostile. When assigned to posts outside of the secured facility, employees may be exposed to inclement weather conditions. Employees are required to be capable of physically restraining or providing medical assistance to individuals during emergencies. Employees are also required to give clear directions, supervise, and enforce rules and regulations in accordance with departmental policies. Staff must wear protective clothing such as gloves, masks, helmets, and riot vests when the need arises.

Essential Functions:

  • Maintains security and control over inmates
  • Conducts routine inspections and counts
  • Escorts inmates throughout the facility
  • Ensure compliance with all other County Rules and Regulations
  • Performs other related duties as required

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age and
  • A high school graduate or G.E.D.
  • Must possess a valid Maryland Driver’s License
  • Ability to learn and follow detailed procedures and orders
  • Ability to work under potentially dangerous circumstances
  • Ability to meet essential physical functions