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  • Correctional Officer

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  • Pittsfield, Maine 04967 United States View Map

Job Overview The Berkshire County Sheriff's Office recruits correctional officers through a nine‑week Basic Recruit Training Academy. Upon successful completion, new officers receive a starting salary of $61,455.89, paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, medical and dental benefits, and a retirement plan.Qualifications At least 19 years oldHigh‑school diploma or equivalentPass a background check, physical exam, and a battery of testsNo criminal historyAcademy Outline Cardiopulmonary ResuscitationCommunicable diseasesCommunication skillsComputer skillsCultural diversityDefensive tacticsDirect supervisionFirearms safety & handlingFire safetyFirst aidGangsHostage situationsInmate disciplineInmate rightsReport writingSearches and contrabandSecurity proceduresSexual harassmentStaff/inmate relationsSubstance abuseSuicide awareness and preventionUse of forceCourt testimonyFirst responder certificationHistory of jails and the Office of SheriffPhysical fitnessStress managementSupervision of special needs inmatesTransportationUse of restraintsAll applicants must pass an employment background check, pre‑placement medical exam, and drug screen. To apply, submit an online application or pick up an application at the BCSO main lobby (467 Cheshire Road, Pittsfield, MA). Applications may be returned to diane.maynes@sdb.state.ma.us or dropped off at the BCSO. The Berkshire County Sheriff's Office is an EOE/AA employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Overview The Berkshire County Sheriff's Office recruits correctional officers through a nine‑week Basic Recruit Training Academy. Upon successful completion, new officers receive a starting salary of $61,455.89, paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, medical and dental benefits, and a retirement plan.Qualifications At least 19 years oldHigh‑school diploma or equivalentPass a background check, physical exam, and a battery of testsNo criminal historyAcademy Outline Cardiopulmonary ResuscitationCommunicable diseasesCommunication skillsComputer skillsCultural diversityDefensive tacticsDirect supervisionFirearms safety & handlingFire safetyFirst aidGangsHostage situationsInmate disciplineInmate rightsReport writingSearches and contrabandSecurity proceduresSexual harassmentStaff/inmate relationsSubstance abuseSuicide awareness and preventionUse of forceCourt testimonyFirst responder certificationHistory of jails and the Office of SheriffPhysical fitnessStress managementSupervision of special needs inmatesTransportationUse of restraintsAll applicants must pass an employment background check, pre‑placement medical exam, and drug screen. To apply, submit an online application or pick up an application at the BCSO main lobby (467 Cheshire Road, Pittsfield, MA). Applications may be returned to diane.maynes@sdb.state.ma.us or dropped off at the BCSO. The Berkshire County Sheriff's Office is an EOE/AA employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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