$6,000 Sign on Bonus - $1,000 paid at graduation from the Academy, $1,000 at 1 year of employment, $4,000 at 18-months of employment.
No upfront uniform costs for Academy!
ONE BADGE, UNLIMTED POSSIBILITES!
- Competitive Pay
- Overtime and Bonuses
- State Pension
- Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Days
- Health and Dental Insurance
Our twelve-week paid Academy prepares entry level Correctional Officers for a career that blends security work, human services and leadership opportunities. This work is rewarding on many levels and draws on a wide range of skills. The ideal candidate has strong communication and leadership skills to maintain order and control as well as strong judgment to make good decisions in high stress situations. We are committed to ensuring a safe workplace where staff are provided with tools and resources to meet today's challenges, including robust training and professional development. As a Correctional Officer you will be working as part of a team to ensure inmates receive the tools and resources they need to be successful when they are released.
*This position has a start date of October 21, 2024**
Written Test will be conducted in July 2024 and August 2024.
PT will be conducted in September 2024.
*Location: Bourne, MA*
Our twelve-week paid Academy prepares entry level Correctional Officers for a career that blends security work, human services and leadership opportunities. This work is rewarding on many levels and draws on a wide range of skills. The ideal candidate has strong communication and leadership skills to maintain order and control as well as strong judgment to make good decisions in high stress situations. We are committed to ensuring a safe workplace where staff are provided with tools and resources to meet today's challenges, including robust training and professional development. As a Correctional Officer you will be working as part of a team to ensure inmates receive the tools and resources, they need to be successful when they are released. All steps of the process below must be progressively completed in order to receive an employment offer:
Written Exam: Applicants must take a written test administered by the BCSO Human Resources team consisting of multiple choice, true/false, short answer question, and essay question. There is no study guide available for this test as it is based on general knowledge information. There are opportunities for retesting should applicants not pass the first time at the discretion of the BCSO.
Physical Fitness Test: applicants who pass the Written Exam must participate in the Physical Fitness Test administered by the BCSO Training Department. Applicants will be assigned a time slot prior to test day. Applicants should review the Physical Fitness Test requirements.
Panel Interview: applicants who pass both the Written and Physical Test will be invited to a panel interview with representatives of the Command staff and Human Resources. This interview consists of random questions and a review of an applicant’s employment history.
Facility Tour and Background Check: if selected, applicants will be invited to participate in a tour of the facility in which the upcoming Academy class will be placed. Concurrently, a comprehensive background check will be done inclusive of employment history, detailed CORI and BOP review, driving history, and personal reference check.
Pre-Employment Physical and Drug Test: Applicants must submit to a pre-employment physical and drug screening. The physical and screening are scheduled via an occupational health provider and applicants are required to attend their appointments.
At any point an applicant may be removed from the application process due to failure to complete any of the above steps or substandard background check.
Training Academy
To become a Barnstable County Sheriff’s Department Correction Officer all candidates must successfully complete training via our Training Academy at the Barnstable County Correctional Facility.
The Academy is both mentally and physically challenging. Officer Candidates receive daily classroom instruction and physical training in a paramilitary environment. Those who graduate do so with the confidence and knowledge needed to be a Barnstable County Sheriff’s Department Correction Officer.
The Academy is a 12-week paid training academy, Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, subject to change. Officer Candidates are physically trained and academically taught to become successful and knowledgeable career correction officers with the Barnstable County Sheriff’s Department. Curriculum includes:
- CPR Training and Certification
- De-escalation Training
- Policy & Procedures Review
- Physical Training
- Defensive Tactics
- Firearms Training
Graduation from the Training Academy is a requirement for employment as a Corrections Officer at the Barnstable County Sheriff's Office.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.76 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- A requirement of this position is that corrections officers must be 21 years of age or older by completion of the academy. Will you be 21 years of age by January 2025?
1. Yes
2. No
- A requirement of this position is that corrections officers are eligible to obtain a license to carry a firearm in Massachusetts. Are you eligible to obtain a license to carry a firearm in Massachusetts?
1. Yes
2. No
- The Barnstable County Correctional Facility is located at 6000 Sheriff's Place Bourne, MA 02532. Travel to and from our facility may include commuting over the Bourne and/or Sagamore Bridge(s) during peak summer travel season. Are you willing to commute to our facility as scheduled?
1. Yes
2. No.
- Have you ever applied for a position at the Barnstable County Sheriff's Office?
1. Yes
If yes, what position and when?
2. No
- Are you currently employed by or have ever been employed by another Sheriff's Office in Massachusetts or state agency?
1. Yes
If yes, where and when?
2. No
- Have you ever been terminated by an employer?
1. Yes
If yes, please explain.
2. No
- A requirement of this position is that corrections officers must graduate from out 12-week paid academy program held at the Barnstable County Correctional Facility. Are you willing to participate in an academy program conducted by the Barnstable County Sheriff's Office?
1. Yes
2. No
- This position required working within the Barnstable County Correctional Facility. Are you willing to work in a correctional facility for up to eight (8) hours per day or longer?
1. Yes
2. No
- The Barnstable County Correctional Facility is a 24-hour facility and requires staffing during overnights, weekends and holidays. Are you willing to work overnights, weekends, and holidays as needed?
1. Yes
2. No
- The Barnstable County Correctional Facility utilizes a shift schedule, corrections officers would need to be available for the following shifts: Day (7:15am-3:30pm), Swing (3:15pm-11:30pm), Overnight (11:15pm-7:30am). Are you willing to work any shift as scheduled or as needed?
1. Yes
2. No
- Due to staffing requirements, corrections officers are occasionally mandated to work the following shift after their scheduled shift. Are you willing to be mandated with minimal notice as needed?
1. Yes
2. No
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bourne, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person