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Human Resources
Frequently Asked Questions

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(240) 777-9759
(866) 800-1305
(240) 773-9743

Do you have an opening and where can I go to see the job announcement?
Do you have to be a US Citizen or a Resident Alien to apply for correctional positions?
How long will it be before I hear back from the department after taking the Correctional Officer examination?
How long is the public safety background phase of the employment process?
Should I resign from my current position while being processed for DOCR?
Where can I find a description of job benefits?
What are the minimum qualification to become a Correctional Officer?
If I want to be a Correctional Officer, can I get a pre-employment tour of your facilities?
Can I send my resume for any position to your office?

Do you have an opening and where can I go to see job announcement?
You can visit the Montgomery County Careers Web site at www.montgomerycountymd.gov

Do you have to be a US Citizen or a Resident Alien to apply for correctional positions?
Yes, you must be a US Citizen or a Resident Alien to be considered for a correctional position.

How long will it be before I hear back from the department after taking the Correctional Officer examination?
We will contact only those applicants who received a "Well Qualified" rating for processing. Applicant will receive rating letters within 4-6 weeks after the examination.

How long is the public safety background phase of the employment process?
Depending on how quickly information is received by various sources, appointments are scheduled and maintained (medical and psychological) accordingly - the process can take between 8-14 weeks.

Should I resign from my current position while being processed for DOCR?
No. You should not resign from your current position after receiving the contingent job offer from DOCR. The final job offer will be provided by Montgomery County once you have successfully completed all the requirements of the employment process and background investigation.

Where can I find a description of job benefits?
You can visit the Montgomery County Careers Website to view County benefits.http://montgomerycountymd.gov/content/ohr

What are the minimum qualification to be come a Correctional Officer?
The minimum qualification are: Must be 18 year of age, have a valid driver's license, be a US Citizen or Resident Alien, and have one year of work experience.

If I want to be a Correctional Officer, can I get a pre-employment tour of your facilities?
No. We do not give tours prior to employment for applicants.

Can I send my resume for any position to your office?
No. The Montgomery County recruitment process is paperless; therefore you must apply online going through the Montgomery County Career Website at www.montgomerycountymd.gov

Please e-mail DOCR HR Section DOCR.HRSECTION@montgomerycountymd.gov
if you have any questions or comments.

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Director's Office · Montgomery County Department of Correction And Rehabilitation
1307 Seven Lock Road· Rockville, Maryland 20854
· Telephone: 240-777-9976 · Fax: 240-777-9966
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Last edited: 5/28/2010