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CORRECTIONS OFFICER DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility on an assigned shift for the enforcement of rules and regulations governing the custody, security, conduct, discipline, safety and general well-being of inmates in a County correctional facility, and as assigned, civil, communications and special deputy responsibilities. The duties involve considerable inmate contact and supervision in a work, recreation or learning environment. Work procedures are well defined but incumbents must be alert to possibilities of emergency situations arising and exercise sound judgment when problems occur. The work is performed under general supervision of a higher-level correctional supervisor with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in dealing with day to day situations in the facility. Does related work as required.<p> FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the rules, regulations and requirements of the Correction Law governing the supervision and treatment of inmates, safety and security of the facility and department employees; Good knowledge of the layout and location of security personnel post assignments throughout the facility; Good knowledge of search and frisk methods; Working knowledge of the proper function of correction facility security equipment, devices and safe use of chemical restraining agents; Working knowledge of the use of defensive and restraining physical techniques; Working knowledge of human behavior in relation to correction facility inmates; Working knowledge of first aid procedures; Ability to observe, interpret and report on inmate activity; Ability to verbally communicate rules and regulations of the facility to inmates; Ability to make quick decisions regarding facility security and personal safety in emergency situations; Ability to reason clearly; Ability to possess a memory for facts and information; Ability to prepare records and reports; Ability to read and interpret written materials; Sound judgment; Good powers of observation; Physical condition commensurate with the demand of the position.<p> MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.<p> SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: <li>1. Possession of an appropriate level New York State driver's license at the time of appointment and must be maintained during employment. <li>2. Successful completion of an agility test, background investigation, medical examination and/or psychological test will be required prior to appointment. <li>3. Completion of New York State Commission of Corrections training, including firearms, defensive tactics and intermediate weapons, prior to completion of the Probationary period. <li>4.Incumbents in this position must abide to policies and procedures of the Delaware County Sheriffs Office.