SALARY
$49,344-$99,113
OPENING DATE: 07/01/23
CLOSING DATE: 06/30/24
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER PRIVATE
***Signing Bonus***
$5,000
The Prince George's County Department of Corrections seeks individuals to fill current and future Correctional Officer vacancies. The position of Correctional Officer provides exceptional training and benefits to applicants considering a profession in Corrections. The Department is looking for qualified men and women that possess interpersonal communication skills, exhibit good character, and are honest and reliable.
SHIFT-WORK SHIFT-WORK SHIFT-WORK
This position is designated "essential," and the incumbent must be willing to participate as a critical/essential employee during emergencies in the event of a natural or manmade disaster; or special activities/events. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.
***Entry–level correctional officers will receive a signing bonus totaling $5,000***
Candidates will receive the first payout of $500 in their first paycheck after their hire date, the second payout of $2,000 in their paycheck after graduating from the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections Correctional Entrance Level Training (CELT) Academy, and the third payout of $2,500 in their paycheck after completing an 18-month probationary period and a “Satisfactory” or above rating on their Past Performance Appraisal. The 18-month probationary period begins after graduation from the CELT Academy.