Correctional Officer III (Sergeant)

West Chester, PA
Chester County Sheriff

Salary: $28.50 Hourly

Position Summary:

The Correctional Officer III/Sergeant maintains order and security within the correctional environment through supervision of subordinate officers and inmates. This position serves as a conduit between subordinate officers and prison’s administration regarding daily operations. Sergeants serve a critical role ensuring a safe and secure overall operation through effective communication, professional leadership and progressive discipline.

Essential Functions:

  • In addition to basic officer duties, maintain general order and security (supervision / observation of inmates’ activities).
  • Schedule and supervise subordinate officers.
  • Perform complex problem-solving functions with inmates and staff.
  • Supervise and assist with daily operations in Central Control and Data Processing.
  • Serve as a conduit between subordinate staff, peers and the Administration.
  • Develop and implement subordinate training courses and programs.
  • Coordinate inmate transport with outside agencies (sheriffs, constables, medical).
  • Response to emergency situations to supervise and maintain professional standard adherences.
  • Supervise inmate movement.
  • Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and two years of job-related experience in corrections or law-enforcement including some CO II (Corporal) experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • An approved D.O.C. basic training certification.
  • CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
  • Experience with suicide prevention and fire safety.
  • Maintain weapons qualification.
  • Adapts to changes in the work environment.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Maintain a positive attitude and present a positive professional image.
  • Moderate experience with video and digital cameras.
  • Critical thinking, accurate, and detail oriented in assignments and duties.
  • Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team and proceed with objectives.
  • Ability to follow protocols to handle and resolve recurring and infrequent problems.
  • Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to use common sense to carry out written and verbal instructions without delay.
  • Exhibits sound and accurate judgement and an ability to make firm unbiased decisions.
  • Flexible, with an ability to carry multiple tasks to completion
  • Exhibits a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn new tasks.
  • Professionalism, integrity, and honesty with an ability to handle confidential matters.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Associate’s degree in criminal justice or a related field.
  • Three or more years of experience in corrections or law enforcement.
  • Field Training Officer certification and experience.
  • Correctional Emergency Unit operations
  • Consistent performance as CO II.
  • Training instructor certification(s).
  • General knowledge of County Employee Handbook
  • Greater working knowledge of Chester County Prison Handbook (General, Post, Officer Conduct orders).