Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce

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Corrections Officer

Posted: 10/15/2026

Fire, Law Enforcement, and Security

JOB SUMMARY: 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 at the County Correctional facility. 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 judgement when problems occur. The work is performed under general supervision of a higher-level correctional supervisor with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgement in dealing with day-to-day situations in the facility. Does related work as required.

$18.65/HR Current employees hired PRIOR to 2009 contact the Personnel Office for rate of pay at Essex County Sheriff's Department, Lewis
Helath Insurance, Dental Insurance, Sick, Vacation, and Personal time, NYS Retirement, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program & Employee Premium Enhancement.

MINIUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possesson of a high school equivalency diploma. Candidate must be 18 years of age to hold the position of corrections officer in Essex County.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must possess a current valid New York State Driver's License at the time of appointment. Candidates must be able to pass a physical agility test and will be subject to a rigorous background investigation. Sucessful completion of the New York State Commission of Corrections training prior to completion of the probationary period.
NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS!