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New Search| Job Category: | Corrections Officer (entry level) |
| Reference #: | 64192611 |
| Job Title: | Correctional Officer |
| Hiring Organization: | Montana State Prison |
| Salary Range: | 12.57-15.60 |
| Closing Date: | 03/17/2012 |
| Job Location: | Montana |
| Description: | Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire. Special Information: All applicants must submit a signed release for background check. Upon employment, successful completion of Montana Law Enforcement Academy and Basic Site Specific Training for Prison employees. Must qualify with firearms (AR-15, 12 guage shotgun, .357 revolver) during basic training, and requalify annually. Must be able to respond in the event of an emergency. Must have valid Driver's License. All new employees must complete a minimum of 6 months probation. Annual tuberculosis testing is mandatory. Montana State Prison is a tobacco free institution. Market value salary is reached through experience at Montana State Prison. CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION WOULD BEGIN WORK ON MARCH 16, 2012. Successful applicant(s) will be subject to: Criminal History Background Check Driving Record CheckDuties: Supervision of adult male felons in housing units, recreational areas, dining halls and in other areas and at all services and/or activities; escorting inmates inside and outside the institution, operating control rooms; searching areas and persons for contraband; controlling disturbances; maintaining the security of the institution; writing reports and referring inmates to appropriate services; issues verbal/written warnings for minor inmate misconduct; issues written disciplinary reports for major rule infractions; conduct inmate counts; collects urine samples; orientates inmates; classifies inmates; provides intervention in the form of counseling; participates as an active member of the unit team; processes job assignments and removal forms; provides input for Pre-Release referrals and inmate applications for additional good time awards; conducts disciplinary hearings of minor inmate infractions; ensures proper medical care is provided to inmates; serves meals to inmates; ensures maintenance of inmate family support; oversees issuance of inmate clothing and laundry, inventory of all clothing and clothing care items; issues housekeeping items; maintains visiting room inventories; ensures inmate work tasks are completed in a timely, safe and efficient manner, creates and maintains inventories of necessary tools, janitorial and tonsorial supplies and issues elements of same. Competencies: Specialized knowledge of security practices, methods and techniques, is required in order to accomplish all duties. A general knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures is also required, as well as skill in the use of firearms and riot control equipment. Additional requirements include interpersonal skills in dealing with all kinds of people, knowledge of classification criteria, paraprofessional counseling techniques, laws pertaining to inmate rights, due process, and access to medical services. Skilled in the use of security equipment. Must have the ability to remember names and faces; display mature judgement under stressful conditions; learn security and rehabilitative principles and techniques; prison rules and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; follow oral and written instructions. Education/Experience: High school graduation or completion of the GED program are required. Experience in law enforcement or corrections preferred. Valid Drivers license required. Additional Materials (identified with name and position number): None RequiredSupplemental Questions The Department of Corrections Vision statement reads. "As leaders in corrections, department employees affect the quality of life for all Montanans by demonstrating and promoting honesty, integrity and accountability in all our public service." Each applicant will need to answer the following three supplemental questions. Each response should be no less than 100 words each. The applicant will be assessed on content, spelling and grammer, and following directions. Question 1 In your own words, what is the role of a Correctional Officer in a correctional facility and what attributes would you bring to the Correctional Officer position at Montana State Prison? (Minimum of 100 word response.)Question 2 Tell us what experience you have had in the field of Human Services, Social Services, Corrections or Justice, military corrections, law enforcement, and wepons familiarity? (Minimum of 100 word response.)Question 3 What role does a Correctional Officer play in public safety and how does that role affect a community? (Minimum of 100 word response.)Question 4 Do you have a valid driver's license? If so, in which state was it issued? |
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| Additional Online Information: | https://svc.mt.gov/statejobsearch/listingdetails.aspx?id=6940 |
| Contact Information: | Holly Callarman HR Specialist 600 Conley Lake Road Deer Lodge, Montana United States 406-846-1320 ext 2303 406-846-2950 Click to email https://svc.mt.gov/statejobsearch/listingdetails.aspx?id=6940 |
