Correctional Officer

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locality Premium

Shift Premium

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Correctional Officer at a Lexington facility. You will contribute to safety and security by enforcing rules and working as part of a team to manage inmates and daily operations.

Applicants must meet state and federal firearms requirements. Medical cannabis prohibition applies. Locality and shift premiums apply, with overtime eligibility and a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• No prior experience required.
• Must meet all state and federal laws related to firearms.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Supervise inmate activities in housing, dining, recreation and work areas.
• Attend to medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of inmates.
• Inspect and patrol grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and other security risks.
• Complete required reports and daily logs.
• Conduct inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Pressure handling

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

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

• 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.

Ideal Candidate

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

All applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of employment.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

Salary and Benefits

$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

This position has an approved Locality Premium of $5.23, based on the organizational structure and work county it is currently assigned to, in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(1).

This job classification is approved for the following shift premiums, in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(2), which are applied to the base salary:

• Shift Premium – $2.13 per hour
• Weekend Premium – $2.13 per hour
• Holiday Premium – $2.13 per hour

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.

Employment Details

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

Location

3111 Spurr Road Lexington, KY 40511 USA

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections

Contact

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Shayla Durham at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D