Correctional Resident Advisor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $35.00 Hourly
Location : Towson, MD
Job Type: NON-MERIT
Job Number: NM.139 07-2026
Department: CORRECTIONS
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week
You MUST be a Retiree/Rehire of the Baltimore County General Government to apply for this position.
A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Baltimore County Department of Corrections.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR BALTIMORE COUNTY GOVERNMENT BENEFITS
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring within the class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
You MUST meet the following requirements before you can be re-hired as a Correctional Officer Assistant:

• High School diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
• At least 18 years old by the time you are hired.
• A citizen or resident alien of the United States.
• Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation.
• Successfully complete a psychological evaluation and polygraph examination.
• Successfully complete a physical and medical examination.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, maintains care and custody of inmates, security, and order on and off the property of the Baltimore County Department of Corrections.

• Assists in the receiving or discharging of inmates.
• Assures that inmates are searched, bathed, clothed, and assigned to cells.
• Confines and releases inmates from cells.
• Monitors inmate activities.
• Drives a County vehicle to transport and escort inmates to and from medical facilities and other locations.
• Supervises inmates on work details.
• Patrols, on foot, the internal and external perimeters of the institution, making periodic inspections of conditions.
• Enforces rules and regulations governing the conduct of visitors.
• Examines packages to be received by inmates.
• Maintains discipline and orderly conduct.
• Breaks up fights among inmates, restrains disorderly inmates.
• Uses appropriate self-defense tactics to deflect assault by inmates.
• Administers CPR and first aid.
• Investigates and handles emergencies and disorders within the Department of Corrections.
• Operates radios, telephones, and other communication equipment.
• Prepares routine reports and records.
• Keeps inventory of various items.
• Attends State mandated training to achieve and maintain correctional officer certification.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs general clerical duties.
• Assists in training new officers.
• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
To become a Correctional Officer Assistant, you must:

• Be a Retired Correctional Officer of the Department of Corrections.
• Have a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
• Be at least 18 years old by the time you are hired.
• Be a citizen or resident alien of the United States.
• Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation.
• Successfully complete a psychological evaluation and a polygraph examination.
• Successfully complete a physical and medical examination.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Correctional Officer Assistant (For Retiree/Rehire Correctional Officer)
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Personnel appointed to this position will be required to work an average scheduled workweek of 34 hours, which will includes Saturday, Sunday, and holidays. Employees in this classification will be required to work any of three shifts in order that twenty-four hour coverage is maintained.
All employees are subject to call to duty and to overtime in emergencies with little or no notice.
During the first year of employment, the employee must receive certification as a correctional officer from the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.
Employees must pass retraining requirements as mandated throughout employment.
The work of this classification entails frequent walking and standing. The work involves frequent interaction with an inmate population at the detention center. Some assignments may entail the operation of a motor vehicle.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.
Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.
Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly.

• I have read and acknowledge this statement.

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Do you possess a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a citizen or resident alien of the United States at the time of this application?

• Yes
• No

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If you are a resident alien of the United States, have you been in the United States of America for at least 5 years?

• Yes
• No
• Not applicable. I am a United States citizen.

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Driver's License: Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
• Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Driver's License Learners Permit.
• I do not have a Driver's License.

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Were you referred by a current or previous Department of Corrections employee?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide the first and last name of the Department of Corrections employee who referred you. If you answered "No" to the previous question, respond N/A to this question.
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Positions in this class require applicants to be of good moral character and emotionally and mentally stable as determined by a comprehensive background investiga