Correctional Officer

Commonwealth of Kentucky; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a dedicated Correctional Officer in La Grange, KY to maintain safety and security within a state correctional facility. The role supports inmate supervision, incident response, and routine reporting, working in a team to uphold regulations and protect the public.

Eligible candidates will have a high school diploma, be at least twenty, and possess a valid driver’s license. Training academy requirements may apply for DJJ-related programs within six months of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be twenty years of age and possess a valid driver's license.
• Must complete DJJ Training Academy within six months for related agencies where required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication skills

Observation skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Education

High school graduate

Job description

Correctional Officer

Pay Grade 10

Salary: $39,127.68 Annually
Locality Premium - $5.23 per hour
Shift Premium - $2.13 per hour
Weekend Premium - $2.13 per hour
Holiday Premium - $2.13 per hour

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

Hiring Agency: Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections

Location: 1612 Dawkins Road, La Grange, KY 40031 USA

Creating a Better, Safer Kentucky

Do you want to kick-start your career in Criminal Justice? Look no further! The Kentucky Department of Corrections 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 to maintain 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, and general 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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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 Amy Ganschow at [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D