Lancaster County Prison - Correctional Officer - (LCCPA Police Officer Exam Score)

Job Prerequisites

• Lancaster County, PA Police Officer Exam
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Job Announcement

JOB SUMMARY

Provides Care, Custody and Control related to Security and Treatment Services for an approximate daily inmate population of 1100. This covers both Prison Property/Jurisdiction, Inmate Transports and any duties assignedand/or associated with Prison Operations and/or Business other than the Prison location.

ABOUT US

Lancaster County Prison, has been serving the citizens of Lancaster for over a century. Known as the Castle of King Street, early in its history the inmate population was between one hundred to two hundred inmates, but today that populations as risen to over one thousand inmates on any given day. Lancaster County Prison is deemed a maximum security facility lead by Warden Dennis Molyneaux with two Deputy Wardens, and a team of administrative staff to serve the public effectively.

To ensure public safety, the Lancaster County Prison employs, 196 uniform officers who police the halls of the facility, and a five member K-9 team provides support of the officers to maintain good order within the facility. Two specialized teams operate within the facility as well to handle situations quickly and effectively should the need arise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Pre Employment qualification: Successfully completing Agility, Educational, and Psychological Testing.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/CLEARANCES

Valid State Drivers License with acceptable driving record in accordance with County Policy

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words,
rules of composition, and grammar,orally and in writing.
2.Proficiency in operating personal computer and associated software such as word, access,
power point etc.
3.Operating motor vehicles, Iris Scan/ Fingerprint, communication devices, door annunciating panels, opening and closing cell doors and gates either manually or electronically, and all other operations alike.
4.Knowledge of proper self -defense techniques and restraining of inmates.
5. Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests.

Please direct questions regarding this position to ritterg@co.lancaster.pa.us

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