Correctional Officer

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

Job summary

An established agency within the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet is seeking dedicated individuals for a crucial role in juvenile justice. This position involves maintaining a safe environment for juveniles, supervising their activities, and assisting in their skill development. Ideal candidates will demonstrate maturity, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills, with opportunities for career advancement through training. Join a team committed to making a positive impact on the lives of youth and contribute to their successful re-entry into society. This role offers a fulfilling career path in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old and possess a valid driver's license.
• Complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintain custody and control of juveniles in a secure setting.
• Supervise and monitor activities of detained juveniles.
• Complete incident reports and documentation as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Qualities

Reliability

Self-discipline

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

$39,127.68 Annually

Locality Premium – $5.228 per hour
Shift Premium - $2.13 per hour between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
Shift Premium - $1.13 per hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m.
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

Department: Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: [Location details not provided]

Description: The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of the Commonwealth. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the Department creates opportunities for sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip them for re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens.

This is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position that requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintains custody and control of juveniles in a custodial security setting or performs related special assignments.
• At beginning level, supervises and monitors activities of detained juveniles; maintaining a safe and secure atmosphere for juveniles in a detention center.
• Takes required actions during emergencies situations and stands watch in each unit.
• Assists juveniles in interpersonal skill development.
• Provides support services for routine maintenance, etc.; checks premises and ensures safety of juveniles; attends staff meetings, case conferences and trainings.
• Maintains the booking program to record youth's daily behaviors and interactions between courts and family visits to document disturbances and other unusual events of behavior.
• Oversees the juveniles during program functions at the detention centers.
• Completes incident reports and other documentation as needed according to detention center rules; assists juveniles in complaint procedures.
• Transports juveniles as needed.
• This position is deemed essential and has been designated for mandatory operations by the Appointing Authority; therefore, the incumbent is not eligible for Adverse Weather Leave.
• May be required to work overtime and any shift as needed and directed.
• Required to successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy; which entails two weeks on the job training, four weeks virtual training, and one week ACT (Aikido Certified Training) at the academy training location (Louisville, Kentucky). Overnight lodging and travel is required for the ACT and provided by the department.

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 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.

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 Donty Lear at [e-mail] or 859-246-2806.