Join our team as a Cadet! (per diem)
Our team of correctional officers engage in a mix of security and social work, and a career with the Hampden County Sheriff's Office can take you to places you never imagined. A Correctional Officer Cadet is responsible for the care, custody and supervision of inmates in a correctional institution. The work includes, but is not limited to, daily supervision of inmate occupational, vocational, rehabilitation and recreational activities. Cadets who excel at the job have an opportunity to earn a position in our Correctional Officer Academy, and transition into full-time staff with a variety of opportunities across our five facilities.
A new Western Massachusetts Correctional Officers Class Academy will begin on Dec. 1, 2025.
Work Schedule: A Cadet must be able to work a flexible schedule, any shift, any day of the week. This is a per-diem position paying $25 an hour.
REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants subject to physical fitness test
- Must pass criminal background check
- Must pass drug screening, medical clearance and psychological testing
The Hampden County Sheriff’s Office is not your average law enforcement agency.
Behind the walls of our facilities in Western Massachusetts, our firm but fair approach to corrections has been emulated across the country and changed countless lives for the better. We provide empathy and opportunity to all who come under our care and custody with the aim of uplifting individuals and their families.
In the community, Sheriff Nick Cocchi’s ‘never say no’ attitude has evolved the field of community policing, bridging the divide between residents and unmet needs in our neighborhoods. You’ll find our dedicated staff in the parks, on the waterways, in our schools and on the streets to be a positive, proactive partner for the public good.
If you want to help make the world a better place, consider joining our team!
