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

COUNTY CORRECTIONAL POLICE OFFICER

OVERVIEW:

The Mercer CountyCorrection Center is seeking dedicated individuals to join our custody staff asCorrection Officers. This full-time position plays a vitalrole in maintaining public safety and security by providing direct supervisionof the inmate population.

WORKING HOURS:

This is a full-time position requiringshift work in a 24-hour facility. Overtime is mandatory.

SALARY:

$42,500 (Candidates will remain at hiring salaryuntil the successful completion of the New Jersey Training Commission (NJPTC)authorized Basic Course for County Correctional Police Officers and regularappointment is approved).

Responsibilities:

• Provide public safety and security throughthe custody and management of those individuals incarcerated within the MercerCounty Correction Center.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of the staffand inmate population.
• Assist in the rehabilitative efforts forthose incarcerated individuals returning to the community.
• Promote public support for the operationand objectives of the Mercer County Correction Center.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18years of age.
• Education: High school diploma orequivalent.
• License: Valid New Jersey driver'slicense.
• Experience: Prior correctional experienceis preferred but not required.

TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT:

• Successful completion of a police trainingcourse approved by the New Jersey Police Training Commission (NJPTC) is acondition of employment.
• Candidates hired as County Correctional Police Officer will transition to permanent status upon completion of theNJPTC Basic Course for County Correctional Police Officers.
• Training includes firearms proficiency andother law enforcement skills required for correctional officers.

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.