County Correctional Police Officer

Location: Mays Landing

Department: Public Safety

Location: Mays Landing

Hours: 40/week (overtime as necessary)

Union/Mgmt: Union

NJCSC Test Required: No

Grant Funded: No
Definition

Note:

The processing for this position involves a comprehensive background check which must be passed at all phases and includes: criminal background check, psychological examination, medical examination, and interview screening.

Under supervision during an assigned tour of duty within an adult county correctional facility or institution, performs a wide variety of tasks in support of the safety, security and welfare of inmates, facility personnel and visitors; performs other related duties as required.

NOTE:

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
Requirements

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

AGE:

Minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
LICENSE:

Valid NJ driver's license.

CITIZENSHIP:

Must be a citizen of the United States.

NOTE:

Applicants for this position must submit acceptable proof of meeting the above indicated requirements.

SPECIAL

QUALIFICATIONS:

Appointees must have successfully completed the Basic Course for County Correction Officers training program mandated by the New Jersey Police Training Commissions within 12 months of hire. Such training includes successful attainment of a satisfactory level of proficiency in the use of firearms.

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Appointees will be required to qualify/requalify in the use of firearms in accordance with State of New Jersey regulatory requirements.

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Appointees to positions in SWAT, SERT or related units must additionally qualify quarterly in the use of all weapons used by the unit.

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Every candidate shall undergo a thorough background investigation to verify his/her personal integrity.

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MEDICAL EXAMINATION

Appointees will be required to pass a thorough medical and psychological examination administered by the appointing authority. Any medical psychological or physical condition or defect which would prevent efficient performance of the duties of the position, cause the appointee to be a hazard to self or others, or become aggravated as a result of performance of these duties, will be cause for rejection.

Appointees may be required to undergo a psychiatric examination. Failure to demonstrate sufficient capacity to perform duties of this position may be cause for rejection.
Examples of Work:

• Maintains care, custody and control of inmates in accordance with established policies, rules, regulations and procedures.
• Observes inmates directly and indirectly through visual, audio and video monitoring to check for unusual or abnormal activity and ensure the security, safety and welfare of inmates, facility personnel and the public.
• Observes unusual odors such as smoke, fire, marijuana, controlled substances and/or alcohol, to protect the security, safety and welfare of inmates and facility personnel.
• Continually keeps track of the number of assigned inmates through periodic head counts.
• Physically patrols and visually inspects cell block areas, tiers, grounds and corridors to check for safety and security hazards such as fires, smoke, broken pipes, unlocked doors and windows or locks that have been tampered with.
• Logs and tracks movements of inmates to the infirmary, work detail, cell block area, visitation rooms, court appointments or other assignments.
• Escorts groups of inmates during movements within or outside the institution to prevent disorder or breaches in security.
• Physically restrains inmates when necessary, to prevent injuries and maintain security.
• Learns names, identification numbers and faces of problem inmates.
• Briefs oncoming officer(s) of inmate status, unusual activities, block, climate and problems related to post assignment.
• Enforces security procedures for keys, equipment and supplies.
• Maintains an adept sense of awareness regarding clues on escape attempts, contraband, gambling or other security matters.
• Reports information in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures.
• Directs inmates in routine housekeeping duties within the cell block area.
• Completes head counts, records bedding inventory and fills out safety report forms.
• Prepares written reports concerning incidents of inmate disturbances and/or injuries.
• May screen visitors and provide security for the entrance of the facility.
• Conducts cell and dormitory searches in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures.
• Utilizes various electronic and/or manual locking devices designed to keep areas of facility secure.
• Patrols the outside perimeter of the facility.
• Transports or may assist with the transport of inmates to and from other facilities, court appearances, off-premise medical appointments, emergency medical treatment facilities and court issued programs and
  clinics.
• Assists in coordinating jail-to-courtroom video monitored court…