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CORRECTIONAL MAINTENANCE OFFICER I Grounds Supervision

Recruitment #16-004051-0001

GRADE

13

LOCATION OF POSITION

Eastern Correctional Institution, Westover, Maryland (Somerset County)

Main Purpose of Job

The Correctional Maintenance Officer I, Grounds Supervision position is the entry level of work involving the custody; security and supervision of adult inmates in grounds maintenance, grounds equipment maintenance and repair in a correctional environment. Employees in this classification do not have supervisory responsibility for other employees.

POSITION DUTIES

Learns how to maintain control and discipline among inmate helpers by enforcing safety, sanitary, custody and security regulations; learns how and when to prepare reports of infractions; learns how to subdue and restrain inmates during fights, riots and escape attempts; Attends required Correctional Officer training courses.

Assigns grounds maintenance or repair tasks of grounds equipment to designated inmates; Instructs inmates in the proper methods and techniques for using and caring for grounds tools, machinery and equipment; trains inmates in performance of their assigned tasks; Inspects all work performed by assigned inmates for adherence to trade standards and applicable codes; operates manual, or electrical tools and equipment.

Learns how to develop job contract cost estimates and the amount of man-hours, materials and supplies needed for repairs on specific projects; learns how to maintain records of materials and supplies used; learns how to input and maintain equipment history on the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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: Two years of experience in the option for which application is made (grounds maintenance).

Notes: 

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

2. 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.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

SELECTION PROCESS

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.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

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.

 

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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.




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