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  • Correctional Officer

  • Hampden County Sheriff's Office
  • Ludlow, Massachusetts 01056 United States View Map

Summary

Correctional Officer Opportunity

A career as a Correctional Officer is about more than security. It's about public safety, teamwork, communication, accountability and helping people move forward.

Our Correctional Officers combine security responsibilities with the human side of corrections – building professional relationships, communicating with justice-involved individuals, managing challenging situations and helping maintain a safe, secure and respectful environment.

It's challenging work. It's meaningful work. And it's work that makes a difference every day.

NO EXPERIENCE? NO PROBLEM.

You don't need previous correctional experience to apply. If you're motivated to serve your community and ready to take on a challenge, we'll provide the training, tools and support you need to succeed.

We're looking for people who are dependable, professional, team-oriented and able to treat others with compassion and respect – even in difficult situations.

If that sounds like you, we'll help you build the skills to become a successful Correctional Officer.

A CAREER YOU CAN BUILD ON

HCSO Correctional Officers receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive Commonwealth of Massachusetts benefits package, including:

  • Excellent health care options
  • Dental coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Participation in the Massachusetts State Employees' Retirement System, one of the strongest public pension systems in the nation

Officers can also earn annual bonuses for physical fitness, performance and educational achievements.

SALARY

Starting: $67,225.85 per year

Following successful completion of the Western Massachusetts County Correctional Officer Class Academy, officers' salary increases to: $73,423.32 per year

TRAINING FOR SUCCESS

We invest in our Correctional Officers from the beginning. Our Academy provides the training and preparation needed to meet the demands of the profession and succeed as part of the HCSO team.

STEP UP TO THE CHALLENGE

If you're looking for a career with stability, purpose, teamwork and room to grow, consider becoming a Correctional Officer with the Hampden County Sheriff's Office.

Bring your skills. Bring your determination. We'll provide the training.

Your career in public service starts here.

Job Description

Correctional Officer Opportunity

A career as a Correctional Officer is about more than security. It's about public safety, teamwork, communication, accountability and helping people move forward.

Our Correctional Officers combine security responsibilities with the human side of corrections – building professional relationships, communicating with justice-involved individuals, managing challenging situations and helping maintain a safe, secure and respectful environment.

It's challenging work. It's meaningful work. And it's work that makes a difference every day.

NO EXPERIENCE? NO PROBLEM.

You don't need previous correctional experience to apply. If you're motivated to serve your community and ready to take on a challenge, we'll provide the training, tools and support you need to succeed.

We're looking for people who are dependable, professional, team-oriented and able to treat others with compassion and respect – even in difficult situations.

If that sounds like you, we'll help you build the skills to become a successful Correctional Officer.

A CAREER YOU CAN BUILD ON

HCSO Correctional Officers receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive Commonwealth of Massachusetts benefits package, including:

  • Excellent health care options
  • Dental coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Participation in the Massachusetts State Employees' Retirement System, one of the strongest public pension systems in the nation

Officers can also earn annual bonuses for physical fitness, performance and educational achievements.

SALARY

Starting: $67,225.85 per year

Following successful completion of the Western Massachusetts County Correctional Officer Class Academy, officers' salary increases to: $73,423.32 per year

TRAINING FOR SUCCESS

We invest in our Correctional Officers from the beginning. Our Academy provides the training and preparation needed to meet the demands of the profession and succeed as part of the HCSO team.

STEP UP TO THE CHALLENGE

If you're looking for a career with stability, purpose, teamwork and room to grow, consider becoming a Correctional Officer with the Hampden County Sheriff's Office.

Bring your skills. Bring your determination. We'll provide the training.

Your career in public service starts here.

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