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SalaryCORTLAND COUNTY PERSONNEL/CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT
60 Central Avenue
Cortland, NY 13045
607-753-5076
www.cortland-co.org/263/Personnel-Civil-Service
NOTICE OF JOB VACANCY
Job Title: Correction Officer (Multiple Positions)
The work involves responsibility for the enforcement of rules and regulations governing the custody, security, conduct, discipline, safety and general well-being of inmates in a county correctional facility. The duties involve considerable inmate contact and supervision in a work, recreation or learning environment. Work procedures are well defined but incumbents must be alert to the possibilities of emergency situations arising and exercise sound judgement when problems occur. The work is performed under general supervision of a higher ranking officer with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in dealing with day to day situations in the facility. Does related work as required.
Work Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, with benefits
Salary: $22.5049/HR (probation rate); $25.2055-$37.1490/HR(CSEA Union: Correction Officer)
Location:Cortland County Sheriff’s Office
Status: Competitive, Provisional
Benefits: New York State Retirement System, Low Deductible Health Insurance Plan, Generous Paid Time Off, Tuition Assistance, Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high schoolor possession of a highschool equivalency diploma. NOTE: A copy of high school diploma or GED certificate must be accompanied with the application.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New York State driver's license appropriate to the vehicles operated. Failure to maintain a NYS driver’s license including driving privileges throughout employment will result in disciplinary action or dismissal.
Note: All permanent appointments to this position are subject to satisfactorily completing training standards prescribed by the State Commission of Correction. (Effective 9/1/82).
Pre-employment screenings required.
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO THE ADDRESS ABOVE OR EMAIL TO:
pers-app@cortland-co.org
Application: https://www.cortland-co.org/266/JobExam-Application
APPROVED APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE UNTIL THE POSITIONS ARE FILLED.
Cortland County is committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply.
ISSUED: 3/14/2024
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.50 - $37.14 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
