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 \$61,455.89, 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. [To view the online

application and more details please visit the Berkshire County

Sheriff\'s Office website by clicking

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