**RE-POST** CORRECTIONAL MAINTENANCE OFFICER II Electronics

RE-POST

Candidates who applied for the previous recruitment which closed on 10/10/16, please do not reapply your application remains valid.

A Correctional Maintenance Officer II is the full performance level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of adult inmates in maintenance and repair work in a correctional environment.

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Vacancies currently exists at the following institutions:

Western Correctional Institution (Allegany County) Allegany County is located in the Western Region of the State of Maryland (approximately over 80 miles west of Baltimore).

and

Baltimore/Jessup Region (Anne Arundel/Howard County, Baltimore City)

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU INDICATE EACH MARYLAND COUNTY YOU ARE WILLING TO ACCEPT EMPLOYMENT ON YOUR APPLICATION

 

Correctional Maintenance Officer II, Electronics position works under general supervision in the repair work, training and supervision of adult inmates in the electronics trade at a State Correctional Facility; performs more complex or security sensitive maintenance and repair tasks and may work out of assigned trade when needed on other electronic systems.

Can be assigned to perform maintenance and repair of Security Electronics statewide and maybe required to travel in a state vehicle daily.

INMATE SUPERVISION

Assigns various maintenance, repair and installation task to inmates performing at various levels of non-security electronics or other work needed; trains instructs inmates regarding proper methods and techniques, use of tools and equipment to be proficient in repair and maintenance; supervises inmate's performance for the purpose of promoting good work habits, meeting institutional labor quality standards and meeting the needs of the maintenance department for the repair and maintenance in the institutions; inspects and approves all work performed by inmates for quality assurance; maintains control and discipline among inmate workers.

PERFORMANCE OF TRADE

Estimates time and material for assigned maintenance and repair tasks and orders as needed; keeps records of supplies and materials used; inventories materials on hand and tools in use; follows all institutional and department policies and procedures regarding control and security of tools and materials.

Personally performs installation and fabrication tasks; plans and implements appropriate procedures; operates hand and power tools and equipment needed to perform daily maintenance tasks.

Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.

Experience: One year of experience involving the custody, security and supervision of adult inmate workers in the option for which application is made.

Notes: 1. The above educational requirement is set by the Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209.

2. Applicants may substitute two years of experience as a Maryland State Correctional Officer for the required experience provided they have two years of experience in the electronics field of work. (maintenance, repair and installation of electronic equipment)

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in correctional institutional specialty codes in the criminal justice field of work at a rate of two years of military experience for the required experience.

Employees must be willing to travel to correctional institutions statewide to perform maintenance and repair of Security Electronics.

1.Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which 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 prior to permanent appointment.

2. Some positions in this classification may require the operation of a motor vehicle for the transportation of inmates or supplies. Employees assigned such duties will be required to acquire the appropriate Maryland driver's license.

3. Employees who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.

4. Employees classified in the Refrigeration Mechanic option may be assigned duties which require the disposing or servicing of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess technician certification from an approved Environmental Protection Agency certifying organization as required by Section 608 of the Clean Air Act.

1. Selection standards for correctional officer certification are established by the Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code. These selection criteria 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.

2. Employees 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.

3. 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.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. The examination may consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the job. It is essential that you give complete and accurate information on your application. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the online application or Md. State paper application. This office will NOT consider information submitted after the closing date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

The examination may consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the job.

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

Online applications are strongly encouraged. If no internet access, mail a Maryland State application to:

DPSCS - Recruitment Examination and Retention  Unit

6776 Reisterstown Road, Suite 309

Baltimore, MD 21215

ATTN.: S. Grant

If you prefer to fax an application or supporting documentation, please fax to 410-585-0570. Please provide a cover sheet with your name, the recruitment number, recruitment title and number of pages.

All applications and additional documents related to your application must be submitted by the closing date of this announcement.

For questions regarding this recruitment call: 410-585-3406

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.