Correctional Officer

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Eddyville (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kentucky Department of Corrections is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Correctional Officer. This full-time position involves maintaining safety and control within correctional institutions, supervising inmate activities, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and observation skills, be team players, and have the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Must be twenty years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintains control of the institution to ensure safety and security.
• Supervises inmate activities in various areas.
• Conducts inmate counts and security rounds.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school graduate

Job description

$39,127.68 Annually

Locality Premium – $5.23 per hour
Shift Premium - $2.13 per hour
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Holiday Premium - $2.13 per hour

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections

Location

Kentucky State Penitentiary
266 Water Street
Eddyville, KY 42038 USA

Description

Do you want to kick-start your career in Criminal Justice? Look no further! The Kentucky Department ofCorrections is seeking motivated individuals who are up for the challenge.

Correctional Officers fill a critical role within correctional institutions by working together as a team tomaintain safety and control of offenders.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintains control of the institution to provide safety and security of the facility inmates, staff, andgeneral public by enforcing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Supervises inmate activities in housing units, dining areas, recreation and work areas.
• Attends to the medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of the inmates.
• Inspects and patrols the grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and for other security risks.
• Completes required reports and daily logs.
• Conducts inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Strong communication skills.
• Observation skills.
• Be a team player.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be twenty years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. For the Department of Juvenile Justice, must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work environment is hazardous due to working in a state correctional facility with convicted felons or in a juvenile detention facility. May be exposed to hazards and dangers associated with operating a motor vehicle while providing transportation services.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact A'Neal Bell at A'[e-mail] .