Job Information

ALLEGHENY COUNTY JAIL
950 SECOND AVENUE
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 15219
412-350-6548

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Updated: July 29, 2021

Classification: Correctional Officer

This department is testing by invitation only.

The Allegheny County Jail is currently establishing a Correctional Officer hiring list! All candidates must take the REACT exam through National Testing Network to be considered further in the hiring process. Allegheny County wants testing opportunities to be accessible for all interested candidates. Test fees may be may waived for candidates who meet financial hardship eligibility criteria. To request a waiver form, please contact NTN Candidate Support at 855-821-3761.

The department requires the candidate Public Safety Self Assessment (PSSA). You can access this through your candidate account. NTN suggests completing the PSSA as soon as possible so there is not a delay in your process.

All candidates who achieve a qualifying score on the REACT exam will be invited to take the Physical Agility Test.

Salary Information: $21.5744 per hour; $22.0058 per hour effective 7/1/21

Contact Information:
Human Resources
Employment Analysts
412-350-6830
hrtesting@alleghenycounty.us

Department Information: Nationally accredited by the American Correctional Association, the mission of the Allegheny County Bureau of Corrections is to increase public safety by providing care, custody and control of persons incarcerated, and to reduce recidivism through programs that help persons reenter and succeed in society. The Allegheny County Jail administers a wide range of resources to support incarcerated individuals during their time in the facility, as well as partners with community agencies and organizations to provide opportunities and resources toward their successful reintegration after release.

City Information: The Allegheny County Jail is located in the city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We are proud to rank among the top places in the country to live, work and visit, widely known for our quality of life, affordability, topography and outdoor activities, sports teams and cultural opportunities, and world-class education options. We boast big time amenities with a smaller town feel.

Population: 1.2 million

Job Requirements

Age: 18 years of age or older

Citizenship Required: Yes

High School Grad/GED: Yes

Valid PENNSYLVANIA Driver's License: Must possess a valid driver’s license to continue in the selection process

Additional Requirements: Act 33/34 Clearances are required prior to appointment at the cost of the applicant.

Hiring Process: In addition to REACT, candidates must successfully pass a physical agility test, panel interview, background check, psychological examination, drug test, medical testing, and real estate tax status verification. Upon employment, cadets must undergo and successfully complete the Allegheny County Jail Training Academy.

Job Duties:

Supervises all functions within a housing pod in accordance with the basic rules and principles of direct supervision.
Coordinates all inmate movement in-house to include utilization of the recreation yard and the visiting booths.
Enforces rules of conduct, security and work assignments in accordance with appropriate interpersonal communication practices and makes verbal and written reports of significant violation or irregularities to supervisory staff.
Transports and escorts prisoners and detainees using handcuffs and other appropriate restraints.
Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge & Abilities, Policy Statements :
Knowledge of:

Methods and practices of detention facilities to include individual, group attitudes and behavior of inmates
Crisis intervention functions to include: counseling; suicide prevention; recognizing abnormal behavior and taking appropriate action

Ability to:

Communicate effectively orally and in writing; demonstrate communication skills in court and other formal settings
Run to pursue fleeing inmates; perform rescue operations and other duties which may involve: entering and exiting secured areas; lifting, carrying and dragging heavy objects; climbing up to and down from elevated surfaces; climbing through openings; jumping over obstacles; crawling in confined areas; use necessary physical force to protect oneself or others from harm
Inspect unclothed inmates, including body cavities, with exposure to body fluids, wastes; possibly encounter deceased persons
Work all shifts and forced overtime if staff shortages occur
Use or learn to use a personal computer as an input/output device
Obtain certification to carry a Department issued weapon during training and maintain throughout employment

Veteran’s Preference will be awarded to eligible candidates.

Allegheny County is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/V/D.

Allegheny County Employees must establish within Allegheny County within 1 year of employment.

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