Correctional Deputy

Employee is assigned to the Harford County Detention Center with primary responsibility for maintaining security and custody of the inmate population. POSITION IS ENTITLED TO A $10,000 RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE PAYMENT UPON HIRING AND COMPLETION OF TRAINING ACADEMY.

• Responsible and accountable for immediate supervision, custody, care and control of inmates.

• Respond to emergency situations within the facility.

• Respond to the needs, requests, and complaints of the inmate population.

• Gather information and prepare written documentation and agency reports.

• Conduct facility security and inspections.

• Use various security devices.

• Attend roll-call and various training sessions.

• Maintain proper care and maintenance of uniforms and equipment.

• Perform all other job-related assignments as required.

• Graduation from a high school recognized by the Maryland State Board of Education or possession of a GED certificate recognized by the Maryland Board of Education.

• Valid Class D or Class C non-commercial driver's license with no more than three (3) points and a relatively clean driving record.

• Must have no criminal convictions on record.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to interact effectively with inmates, the public, and criminal justice agencies.

• Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate appropriate restraint in stressful and dangerous situations while maintaining a professional demeanor.

• Ability to adapt to changes in working conditions.

• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers and supervisors.

•  Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to read and follow directions both in written and oral form.

Selected Candidate:

• Must be 18 years of age or older and U.S. citizen with 10 years of verifiable US residency.

• Must pass entrance level exam with or without reasonable accommodation (min. score 70%).

• Must pass comprehensive background investigation and criminal record check; medical exam and drug/alcohol screening; polygraph exam; and psychological screening.

• Must provide handwriting sample for review.

• Must appear before and receive a favorable recommendation from Oral Interview Board.

• Visible tattoos are permitted if they are not offensive, indecent, extremist, racist or sexist.  No visible tattoos will be permitted on the face or head.

• Must attend and successfully complete a 12 week MPCTC Entrance Level Correctional Academy.

• Must possess a history and exhibit the characteristics of honesty, reliability, integrity, and interpersonal skills. Any criminal conviction(s) and/or arrest(s) may be grounds for disqualification.