Corrections Exam

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The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department is actively recruiting for the following positions

Putnam County Sheriff Kevin J. McConville is pleased to announce the following exams for the Putnam County Corrections Division:

CORRECTION OFFICER / 67-284

CORRECTION OFFICER (SPANISH SPEAKING) / 67-295

Starting Salary for 2022 is $57,606-$86,762

Last Filing Date is May 12, 2023 Filing Fee $60.00

Potential Candidates must be 21 at the time of appointment and there is no Maximum age requirement

Benefits include

Shift Night Differential of 4.5 percent from 330 pm to 730am
Opportunity for overtime at 1.5 extra pay
Entry into the NYS Retirement System
NYS Deferred Compensation Plan
Promotional Exam to Deputy Sheriff for Members age 35 and younger or those with Military Service
Equipment provided at no cost to the appointee
Opportunity for promotion exams for Sergeant and Lieutenant
Department Color Guard

EXAM TITLE & NUMBER: CORRECTION OFFICER / 67-284

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EXAM TITLE & NUMBER: CORRECTION OFFICER (SPANISH SPEAKING) / 69-295

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PUTNAM COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER