CORRECTIONAL MAINTENANCE OFFICER I Electrical

Introduction

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If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today\r
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.\r
As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.\r

GRADE

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LOCATION OF POSITION

Multiple Locations Throughout the State of Maryland\r
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Baltimore, Maryland\r
Sykesville, Maryland\r
Jessup, Maryland\r
Westover, Maryland\r
Hagerstown, Maryland\r
Cumberland, Maryland\r

Main Purpose of Job

A Correctional Maintenance Officer I Electrical is the entry level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of adult inmates in maintenance and repair work in a correctional environment. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions. Employees in this classification receive close supervision from a Correctional Maintenance Officer Supervisor. Work is performed in and around a correctional facility. When assigned to outside maintenance jobs, employees are exposed to all types of weather conditions. The work may require moving objects weighing over 25 pounds.\r

POSITION DUTIES

A Correctional Maintenance Officer Trainee Electrical is the entry level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of adult inmates in correctional institutions. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions. Employees in this classification receive close supervision from a Supervisor. Employees are assigned to day, evening, night or rotating shifts\r
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Position duties include:\r
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Inmate supervision including : maintaining�control and discipline among inmate workers; conducting searches for contraband items; administering verbal or written disciplinary actions enforcing safety, sanitary, custody and security rules and regulations.�\r
Assigning installation maintenance or repair tasks to designated inmates performing at various levels of proficiency in the trade.\r
Training and instructing inmates regarding methods and techniques, use of tools and equipment, and proper care of tools and equipment.��\r
Inspecting and approving/disapproving all work performed by inmates for adherence to quality standards.\r
Estimating time, materials and supplies to conduct�assigned�maintenance�or repair tasks.�\r
Ordering materials and supplies, keeping�records and inventory of materials�and tools.\r
Personally�preform certain installation, maintenance�or repair�takes on electrical infrastructure.\r
Planning and implementing�procedures.\r
Operating hand and power tools and equipment needed; maintaining record of time.\r
Escorting third party vendors and inspecting completed work assignment.\r
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.\r
Education:�� Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.\r
Preferred experience:\r
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Two years of electrical�experience.\r
Ability to perform certain installation, maintenance or repair tasks on electrical infrastructure.�\r
Operate hand and power tools and equipment needed.\r
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Notes:\r
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The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.\r
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.\r
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LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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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.\r
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.\r
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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Selection standards for Correctional Officer certification are established by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. These selection criteria are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 10, Chapter 01 and include the following:\r
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\t\t\tU.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status\r
\t\t\tMust be at least 21 years of age\r
\t\t\tA completed background investigation\r
\t\t\tOral interview\r
\t\t\tPhysical examination.\r
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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.\r
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations , Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.\r
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SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider information submitted after this date.\r

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r
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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable�to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may�be emailed to or faxed to Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date�for the recruitment.\r
If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is�to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information�must be received by the closing date and time.�If you are unable to upload,�please email the requested information to �referencing the recruitment number in the subject line, or fax to� �(providing a cover sheet with your contact information,�recruitment name, recruitment number and the number of pages faxed). Only�additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this�recruitment.\r
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department�of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at� or or \r
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If you are having difficulties with submitting your online�application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at� or� \r
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We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.�People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r
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As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to�recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the�State's diversity.\r