Correctional Officer Berkshire County Sheriff\'s Office correctional
officer recruits take part in a nine-week Basic Recruit Training
Academy. For those who successfully complete the training academy,
benefits include a starting salary of \$59,092,20, paid vacation, 11
paid holidays, medical and dental benefits and a retirement plan. To
qualify, applicants must: - Be at least 19 years old - Possess a high
school degree or equivalent - Pass a background check, physical exam and
a battery of tests - Have no criminal history Academy Outline At the
academy, trainees are instructed in such subjects as cardiopulmonary
resuscitation, communicable diseases, communication skills, computer
skills, cultural diversity, defensive tactics, direct supervision,
firearms safety & handling, fire safety, first aid, gangs, hostage
situations, inmate discipline, inmate rights, report writing, searches
and contraband, security procedures, sexual harassment, staff/inmate
relations, substance abuse, suicide awareness and prevention, use of
force, court testimony, first responder certification, history of jails
and the Office of Sheriff, physical fitness, stress management,
supervision of special needs inmates, transportation and use of
restraints. All applicants must pass an employment background check,
pre-placement medical exam and drug screen. To apply, fill out the
online application below or pickup an application at the BCSO main
lobby, 467 Cheshire Road, Pittsfield, MA. Applications should be
returned to diane.maynes@sdb.state.ma.us or dropped off to BCSO. The
Berkshire County Sheriff\'s Office is an EOE/AA employer.