CORRECTIONAL OFFICER LIEUTENANT (Maryland Correctional Transportation Unit)
State of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, United States
Position Overview
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. As one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion, we promote safety and increase security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.
Location of Position
Baltimore City, 319 W. Monument St., Baltimore, Maryland 21201.
Position Duties
Directly supervise Sergeant's detail OIC's in the performance of their duties as Transportation/Escort.
Coordinate and control movement of inmates, staff, and vehicles in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Directly supervise Correctional Officer Sergeant and Correctional Officers.
Schedule daily post assignments.
Conduct security rounds in courtrooms, inmate holding areas, and MCTU hub.
Monitor travel routes utilized by MCTU personnel.
Monitor tracks and document daily court, shipping and transfer activity.
Respond to emergencies.
Inspect vehicle/practices safe driving.
Document and report Officer Late, Sick, Emergency Personal Leave, Annual Leave, and IWIF.
Conduct roll call.
Conduct uniform inspections.
Maintain weapons proficiency/practices weapons security.
Maintain up to date knowledge of the division and MCTU policies and procedures.
Prepare Performance Evaluations.
Make random inspection of officers pick up/return and restraint procedures at institutions and courts.
Provide Professional Counseling.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School diploma or high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.
Experience:
Two years of experience leading the work of Correctional Officers in the custody and security of adult inmates or in performing advanced work as a Correctional K-9 Officer or Correctional Internal Security Officer.
Notes:
The above educational requirement is set by the Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209.
Candidates may substitute additional education at an accredited college or university at the rate of sixty credit hours for one year of the required experience provided that a minimum of 15 credit hours are in the field of criminal justice or related social sciences.
Candidates may substitute equivalent State experience in other classifications within the correctional field which involve daily contact with and custody of inmates for the required experience. Qualifying experience must be in a classification where the salary is comparable to that of Correctional Officer Sergeant.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in correctional classifications or correctional specialty codes in the criminal justice field of work equivalent to a Correctional Officer Sergeant on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Limitations on Selection
This position is limited to current Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services employees who are current Correctional Officer Lieutenant or eligible for promotion.
Licenses, Registrations and Certifications
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
Employees in this classification may be required to operate large vans for transportation of inmates. Employees assigned these duties will be required to acquire a Class C Maryland driver's license.
Special Requirements
Employees who have not already done so must meet the selection standards required and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission for a correctional officer during their probationary period. Selection standards for correctional officer training are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 10, Chapter 01 and include the following:
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
Must be at least 21 years of age
A completed background investigation
Oral interview
Physical examination
Employees in this classification hired or reinstated on or after July 1, 2016 shall successfully complete the Entrance Level Firearms Training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission (Code of Maryland 12.10.04.04 and 12.10.04.05) and demonstrate practical knowledge and proficiency in the safe use and care of firearms on a periodic basis.
Employees in this classification are subject to call‑in 24 hours a day and, therefore, must provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
Benefits
Health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
Personal Leave – new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Holidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
Pension – State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
Supplemental retirement options.
Participation in the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.
Equal Opportunity Employer
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
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The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. As one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion, we promote safety and increase security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.
Location of Position
Baltimore City, 319 W. Monument St., Baltimore, Maryland 21201.
Position Duties
Directly supervise Sergeant's detail OIC's in the performance of their duties as Transportation/Escort.
Coordinate and control movement of inmates, staff, and vehicles in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Directly supervise Correctional Officer Sergeant and Correctional Officers.
Schedule daily post assignments.
Conduct security rounds in courtrooms, inmate holding areas, and MCTU hub.
Monitor travel routes utilized by MCTU personnel.
Monitor tracks and document daily court, shipping and transfer activity.
Respond to emergencies.
Inspect vehicle/practices safe driving.
Document and report Officer Late, Sick, Emergency Personal Leave, Annual Leave, and IWIF.
Conduct roll call.
Conduct uniform inspections.
Maintain weapons proficiency/practices weapons security.
Maintain up to date knowledge of the division and MCTU policies and procedures.
Prepare Performance Evaluations.
Make random inspection of officers pick up/return and restraint procedures at institutions and courts.
Provide Professional Counseling.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School diploma or high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.
Experience:
Two years of experience leading the work of Correctional Officers in the custody and security of adult inmates or in performing advanced work as a Correctional K-9 Officer or Correctional Internal Security Officer.
Notes:
The above educational requirement is set by the Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209.
Candidates may substitute additional education at an accredited college or university at the rate of sixty credit hours for one year of the required experience provided that a minimum of 15 credit hours are in the field of criminal justice or related social sciences.
Candidates may substitute equivalent State experience in other classifications within the correctional field which involve daily contact with and custody of inmates for the required experience. Qualifying experience must be in a classification where the salary is comparable to that of Correctional Officer Sergeant.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in correctional classifications or correctional specialty codes in the criminal justice field of work equivalent to a Correctional Officer Sergeant on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Limitations on Selection
This position is limited to current Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services employees who are current Correctional Officer Lieutenant or eligible for promotion.
Licenses, Registrations and Certifications
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
Employees in this classification may be required to operate large vans for transportation of inmates. Employees assigned these duties will be required to acquire a Class C Maryland driver's license.
Special Requirements
Employees who have not already done so must meet the selection standards required and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission for a correctional officer during their probationary period. Selection standards for correctional officer training are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 10, Chapter 01 and include the following:
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
Must be at least 21 years of age
A completed background investigation
Oral interview
Physical examination
Employees in this classification hired or reinstated on or after July 1, 2016 shall successfully complete the Entrance Level Firearms Training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission (Code of Maryland 12.10.04.04 and 12.10.04.05) and demonstrate practical knowledge and proficiency in the safe use and care of firearms on a periodic basis.
Employees in this classification are subject to call‑in 24 hours a day and, therefore, must provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
Benefits
Health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
Personal Leave – new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Holidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
Pension – State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
Supplemental retirement options.
Participation in the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.
Equal Opportunity Employer
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
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