How to be a Jail Officer 1 (BJMP)?Qualifications and Applicant’s Guide 2020

 

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Want to join the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology? Do you have what it takes to be a Jail Officer in the government service and have the opportunity to be part of a noble profession that changes the lives of people behind bars? If you have the guts! The initial step for you is to check the qualifications. The general requirement of FOR APPOINTMENT TO JAIL OFFICER 1 are as follows:

 

No person shall be appointed as uniformed personnel of the BJMP unless he/she possesses the following minimum qualifications:

ü  A Citizen of the Republic of the Philippines; 

ü  A Person of good moral character;  

ü  Must have passed the nuero-psychiatric evaluation, medical examination and drug test for the purpose of determining his/her physical and mental health;         

ü  Must possess a baccalaureate degree from a recognized institution of learning;   

ü  Must possess the appropriate civil service eligibility;

ü  Must not have been dishonorably disharged of dismissal for cause from previous employment; 

ü  Must not have been convicted by final judgement of an offense or crime involving moral turpitude;         

ü  Must not be less than twenty-one (21) nor more than thirty (30) years of age. Provided, that a waiver for age requirement shall be automatically granted to applicants belonging to the cultural communities;

ü  Must be at least one meter and sixty-two centimeters (1.62m) in height for male, and one meter and fifty-seven centimeters (1.57m) for female: provided that a waiver for height requirement shall be granted to applicants belonging to the cultural communities; and 

ü  Must weigh not more or less than five kilograms (5kgs) from the standard weight corresponding to his/her height, age and sex. 

 

Who is a Jail Officer?

 

Jail Officer 1 is an entry position in the BJMP with a monthly salary of P37,448 which includes the base pay, personnel economic relief allowance, subsistence allowance, quarter allowance, clothing and laundry allowances.

 

BJMP RECRUITMENT PROCESS (2019)?

 

Step 1 - “PRELIMINARY INTERVIEW & ASSESSMENT ”

 

Proceed to the Directorate for Personnel & Records Management (DPRM)/Personnel & Records Management Division (PRMD) and submit to the authorized personnel the following documents placed in a folder properly TABBED and LABELLED:

A.    Duly Accomplished Personal Data Sheet (revised 2017)

B.    Photocopy of Birth Certificate issued by PSA C. Authenticated Copy of College Diploma

C.    Authenticated Copy of Transcript of Records

D.   Authenticated Certificate of Eligibility or Board Rating (w/ PRC ID)

E.    Photocopy of Marriage Certificate (if married) issued by PSA

F.    Photocopy of NBI clearance

G.   Photocopy of Police clearance

H.   Photocopy of Barangay clearance

I.     Photocopies of Court clearances

 · Fiscal Clearance

 · MTC

· RTC

J.    Photocopy of NCIP/NCMF Certificate (if necessary) (NCMF should be issued by the Bureau of External Relations)

K.    Photocopies of Certificate/s of Previous & Present Employment

L.    Photocopies of Certificate/s of Seminars/Trainings Completed

 

Note: Bring ORIGINAL Documents for proper evaluation. Bring 1 pc 1x1 and 2 pcs passport size picture with name tag.

 

STEP II “INITIAL MEDICAL EVALUATION”

 

Once an applicant passes “STEP 1”, he/she shall be indorsed to the Regional/National Health Service Unit for Initial Medical Evaluation which includes the following:

A.    Hepatitis B Screening

B.    Initial Physical Examination:

·         No gross/major visual defect

·         No hearing loss or impairment

·         No gross deformities of nasal and oropharyngeal cavities

·         No other deformities that may affect speech, mastication and deglution

·         No gross skeletal deformity that will limit joint movements

·         No dermatological diseases that are communicable

·         No skin tattoo/s, and soft tissue and glandular masses

·         No unusual body piercing/s

 

An applicant who will fail the initial medical evaluation shall not be allowed to proceed to the next phase of the recruitment process.

STEP III “ENTRY-LEVEL EXAMINATION”

 

The DPRM shall schedule the conduct of simultaneous examination for all JO1 applicants.

The Entry-Level Examination (EnLEx) shall be composed of the following:

Part I                General Information 20%

Part II               Mathematics 20%

Part III              Basic English and Grammar 30%

Part IV               Sentence arrangement and

                         Paragraph completion 20%

Part V                Essay 10%_____________

Total                 100%

 

EnLEx scores will be used for ranking purpose only.

All Registered Criminologist shall be exempted in taking the EnLEx

(pursuant to RA 11131).

STEP IV “NEUROPSYCHIATRIC EVALUATION”

 

On the examination date, bring the following:

·         Latest colored passport size picture

·         Valid identification card

·         Pencil with eraser

·         Black ballpen

 

Validity of the NP Examination is six (6) months

 

STEP V “PANEL INTERVIEW”

 

Applicants whose Neuro-Psychiatric evaluation were granted, shall be required to appear before the NHRMPSB/RHRMPSB for panel interview. The interviewees shall be rated as follows:

Criteria	Percentage
Grooming/General Appearance/Bearing	20%
Manner of Speaking/ Clarity & Coherence in Presenting Ideas	20%
Reasoning Ability	20%
Critical Thinking/Maturity of Judgment	20%
Leadership potential	20%
TOTAL	100%

 

Results shall be immediately announced after the scheduled interview. Failure to obtain the average of 70% during the panel interview shall disqualify the applicant during the current recruitment period.

 

STEP VI “INITIAL DELIBERATION”

 

The initial deliberation shall be undertaken by the NHRMPSB/RHRMPSB to determine the sufficient number of applicants recommended to proceed to the next step depending on the quota available. The qualified applicants, including those granted automatic waivers, shall be ranked based on the results of the EnLEx, Panel Interview and premium points given.

 

STEP VII “MEDICAL AND DENTAL EVALUATIONS”

 

·         Applicants who shall be indorsed for medical/dental examinations are based from the initial deliberation.

·         Proceed to HSU for the conduct of physical, medical and dental examinations and thereafter secure referrals for the required laboratory tests.

·         Submit ORIGINAL results of laboratory tests to the HSU.

·         An applicant who has health or dental condition that CANNOT be corrected or remedied shall be REMOVED from the selection process and be informed accordingly.

·         An applicant who passed the medical and dental evaluations shall be certified physically fit for training and subsequently be endorsed to DPRM/PRMD

 

STEP VIII “STRENGTH & AGILITY TEST (SAT)”

 

·         Applicants who passed the Medical & Dental Examination shall be required to undergo the Strength and Agility Test (SAT).

·         Based on the schedule provided by the DPRM/PRMD, report in athletic attire and perform the following five (5) events indicated below

 

EXERCISE	MALE	FEMALE	TIME FRAME
PUSH UP	25	15	1min
JUMPING JACK	100	70	2min
PULL UP	3
FULL ARMS HANGING		30 sec
100m SPRINT	15 sec	18 sec
1 km RUN	5 mins	6 mins

·         An applicant who failed to meet the standard in two (2) of the five (5) events shall be disqualified to proceed to the next phase of the screening process. However, he/she is given a chance to repeat the failed events in another scheduled date.

 

 

STEP IX “FINAL DELIBERATION”

 

The point system for the final order of merit shall be as follows:

Criteria	Raw Score	%	Results (RS x %)
Entry-Level Examination	x	30	x
Panel Interview	x	60	x
Premium Points	-	10	x
Final Average (Sum of the Results)			x

 

The NHRMPSB/RHRMPSB shall have a FINAL DELIBERATION on the list of applicants that will be recommended to the Chief, BJMP/Regional Director of the Jail Bureau for appointment as JO1.

 

 

STEP X “SUBMISSION OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS”

 

 

FOR APPLICANTS WHO WILL BE APPOINTED FOR JAIL OFFICER 1 Submit THREE (3) folders properly TABBED and LABELED containing the following:

 

Copy for BJMP:

A.    Personal Data Sheet

B.    Authenticated Transcript of Records

C.    Authenticated College Diploma

D.   Authenticated Certificate of Eligibility or Board Rating

E.    Original Copy of Birth Certificate issued by PSA

F.    Original Clearances (NBI, Police, Brgy. MTC, RTC, & Prosecutor’s Ofc) G.Medical Certificate issued by HSU

G.   Photocopy of Laboratory Results submitted to HSU

H.   Duly Accomplished Statement of Assets and Liabilities and Net Worth (3 copies)

I.     Original Marriage Certificate issued by PSA (if married) K. Original Certificate of Confirmation from the NCIP or NCMF (if necessary)

 

Copy for the Civil Service Commission (CSC):

A.    Personal Data Sheet (2 sets)

B.    Authenticated Certificate of Eligibility or Board Rating with receipt

C.    Photocopy of Certificate of Confirmation from the NCIP or NCMF (if necessary)

 

Copy for the National Jail Management and Penology Training Institute (NJMPTI):

A.    Personal Data Sheet

B.    Photocopy of Transcript of Records

C.    Photocopy of College Diploma

D.   Photocopy of Certificate of Eligibility or Board Rating

E.    Photocopy of Birth Certificate issued by PSA

F.    Photocopy of Clearances (NBI, Police, Brgy. MTC, RTC, & Prosecutor’s Ofc) Medical Certificate issued by HSU

G.   Photocopy of Laboratory Results submitted to HSU I.

H.   Photocopy of Marriage Certificate issued by PSA (if married)

I.     Photocopy of Certificate of Confirmation from the NCIP or NCMF (if necessary)

 

NOTE: ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS MAY BE REQUIRED IF NECESSARY

 

STEP XI “OATH TAKING”

 

Sign the Certificate of Undertaking, which signifies the concurrence to accept any designation that will be given as a Jail Officer 1 in the BJMP regardless of educational background and region of origin.

 

Report at the DPRM/PRMD in blue maong pants, white round neck shirt, black garrison belt with silver buckle, white pair of shoes and socks with proper haircut.

 

Bring two (2) documentary stamps and valid Identification Card (ID) for the Oath of Office form.

 

Oath-taking ceremony shall proceed upon the approval and availability of the Appointing Authority.

 

REMINDERS:

1.    Always secure a Visitor’s ID Pass at the BJMP Headquarters Support Service Unit (HSSU) Area before you transact any business at the NHQ.

2.    Always observe courtesy especially in following up the status of your application.

3.     Always report on time.

4.    Transact your business with authorized DPRM/PRMD personnel only. NO FEES shall be charged during your application except for personal expenses during laboratory exams or dental interventions done in private institutions.

5.    Report to the Director, DPRM/C,PRMD any comments or suggestions to further improve the system.

6.    If there is any individual or personnel of the Bureau who extort money in exchange for a favorable action on one’s application, proceed to the Directorate for Intelligence (3rd Floor, BJMP-NHQ) or to the Office of the Chief, BJMP for commensurate action

 

Source:  

Application Guide 2019. Retrieved June 6, 2020 from  https://www.bjmp.gov.ph/files/BJMP%20RECRUITMENT%20PROCESS%20flowchart%202019.pdf

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT TO JAIL OFFICER 1. Retrieved June 6, 2020 from  https://www.bjmp.gov.ph/recruitments.html