Description Join our team as a Correctional Officer (full-time) or a Cadet (per diem)! Our correctional officer team is a mix of security and social work combined, and a career with the Hampden County Sheriff's Office can take you to places you never imagined. While you must be at least 19 years old to apply, previous experience is not necessary. We will give you the training, tools, and support to be successful. We just need good people to step up and take on the challenge. Our correctional officers enjoy a generous salary with state benefits including excellent health care options, dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and paid time off. There are also several annual bonuses awarded for physical fitness, performance, and educational achievements. To be considered for employment as a Correctional Officer, you must pass our physical fitness test. Learn more about the testing and helpful tips for preparing for the test here. We are hiring full-time correctional officers and correctional officer cadets (per diem) so please consider joining our team today! Requirements
- Applicants subject to physical fitness test
- Must pass criminal background check
- Must pass drug screening and medical clearance
- Must graduate from Western Massachusetts County Correctional Officer Academy
Company Information The Hampden County Sheriff's Office is not your average law enforcement agency. Behind the walls of our facilities in Western Massachusetts, our firm but fair approach to corrections has been emulated across the country and changed countless lives for the better. We provide empathy and opportunity to all who come under our care and custody with the aim of uplifting individuals and their families. In the community, Sheriff Nick Cocchi's 'never say no' attitude has evolved the field of community policing, bridging the divide between residents and unmet needs in our neighborhoods. You'll find our dedicated staff in the parks, on the waterways, in our schools and on the streets to be a positive, proactive partner for the public good. If you want to help make the world a better place, consider joining our team!