County Correctional Police Officer in TRENTON, New Jersey at COUNTY OF MERCER

COUNTY CORRECTIONAL POLICE OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: Mercer County Correction Center

SALARY: $46,987 (see Training & Advancement section for details)

LOCATION: Hopewell Township, NJ

WORKING HOURS: This is a full-time position requiring shift work in a 24-hour facility. Overtime is mandatory.

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Temporary appointment pending completion of Police Training Commission (PTC) requirements; probationary period applies upon permanent appointment

POSITION(S) AVAILABLE: Multiple

OVERVIEW:

The MercerCounty Correction Center is seeking dedicated, community-minded individuals toserve as County Correctional Police Officers. This is a full-time lawenforcement position responsible for maintaining the safety, security, andwelfare of inmates, staff, and visitors within a 24-hour correctional facility.

CorrectionalPolice Officers play a vital role in public safety by upholding the law,ensuring order, and assisting in the rehabilitation of individuals in custody.Joining Mercer County's correctional team means becoming part of a respectedagency committed to justice, professionalism, and service to the community.

APPOINTMENT STATUS:

Appointeesmust successfully complete the New Jersey Police Training Commission (NJPTC)Basic Course for County Correctional Police Officers as a condition ofcontinued employment.

Uponsuccessful completion of the NJPTC training program, the employee will transition to a regular appointment inaccordance with Civil Service regulations. A twelve (12)-month probationaryperiod will then apply.

In addition, employees are eligible for a $3,000 Retention Bonus, awarded upon completion of the NJPTC Basic Course. This bonus is contingent upon remaining employed with Mercer County for three (3) years following the date of academy completion. Employees who voluntarily resign or are terminated for cause prior to completing this three-year period will be required to repay the retention bonus.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaincare, custody, and control of inmates in accordance with established proceduresand policies.
• Superviseinmate activities, movements, and housing units to ensure compliance withfacility regulations.
• Conductinspections and searches to detect contraband and prevent safety or securityhazards.
• Escortinmates to courts, medical appointments, and other authorized locations.
• Respondpromptly to emergencies or disturbances and apply de-escalation techniques whennecessary.
• Completeincident and disciplinary reports clearly and accurately.
• Supportrehabilitative programs and uphold the values of accountability, integrity, andrespect within the correctional setting.
• Performother duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Citizenship: Must be a United States citizen.
• Age: Minimum 18 years old.
• License: Must possess a valid New Jerseydriver's license.
• Experience: Prior correctional, lawenforcement, or military experience preferred but not required.

TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT:

• Completionof the NJPTC Basic Course for County Correctional Police Officers is required.
• Trainingincludes firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, emergency response, andinmate management.
• Uponsuccessful completion and certification, officers begin the 12-monthprobationary period.
• Advancementopportunities include Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and specialized units suchas K-9, SERT (Special Emergency Response Team), and Transportation Detail.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH MERCER COUNTY:

MercerCounty offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee wellness,financial stability, and career growth:

• Health,dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Paidvacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Retirement benefits
• Uniformallowances
• Continuingeducation and career development opportunities

ADDITIONALINFORMATION:

For a fulldescription of the New Jersey Civil Service Commission job specification forthis title, please visit:

COUNTY CORRECTIONAL POLICE OFFICER

IMPORTANT APPLICATION NOTICE:

Please note that successful completion of this application requires an extensive questionnaire and must be completed in one sitting. You will not be able to save a partially completed application and return to finish it later.

Before beginning, please be prepared with your resume, cover letter, employment history, and any other supporting information or documentation that may be needed to complete the application.

We recommend that you open and review the application requirements and questionnaire in advance. If you are not prepared to complete all required sections, you may exit the application and return at another time when you are ready to submit.

Important: Clicking Save at the end of the application will fully submit your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to return to make changes or provide additional information.

Mercer County EEO/ Civil ServiceStatement & Residency Requirements:

Mercer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, disability, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

As a Civil Service employer under the State of New Jersey, all candidates must comply with New Jersey Civil Service Commission regulations and guidelines. Mercer County residency is required. Non-residents must establish residency within one (1) year of employment.

Mercer County is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws, specifically in accordance with the New Jersey State Policy Prohibiting Discrimination in the Workplace.