Correctional Officer

State of Iowa; Rockwell City (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Iowa is hiring Correctional Officers at the North Central Correctional Facility in Rockwell City. This meaningful career offers competitive pay starting at $24.00/hour plus excellent benefits. Responsibilities include observing behavior, conducting security checks, and providing training to incarcerated individuals. Join a profession dedicated to public service and professional growth.

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

State Insurance for individuals or eligible family members

IPERS retirement system

Deferred Compensation retirement savings plan

Flexible Spending accounts for healthcare expenses

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Applicants are subject to psychological tests, background checks, and health screening.

Responsibilities

• Observe incarcerated individuals and document behaviors.
• Conduct security checks and patrol the facility.
• Instruct incarcerated individuals on rules and policies.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

If you’re looking for a meaningful and steady career with excellent pay and benefits, look no further.

The Iowa Department of Corrections offers a competitive salary and benefits in comparison to other public employment and other state corrections departments. Starting pay is $24.00/hour + shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts, and annual merit increases. You will also have the opportunity to receive training that will allow you to advance in your profession, and as you do, be compensated accordingly. In addition, there are competitive benefits such as:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• State Insurance for individuals or eligible family members
• IPERS retirement system
• Deferred Compensation retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending accounts for eligible health care and/or dependent care expenses

This is not a job. It’s a career.

North Central Correctional Facility is a place where you will not just be working a job, but paving your career. The nature of the work is engaging, challenging, and honorable. At NCCF, you’ll have opportunities for training, teamwork, and professional progress in a meaningful field.

Correctional Officer Job Duties:

• Observe incarcerated individual behavior/interaction with staff, other incarcerated individuals, and visitors; communicate and document observations to ensure effective security and consistent application of incarcerated individual change principles.
• Interact with incarcerated individuals, utilizing behavioral techniques to assist in problem-solving, behavior change, and skill development.
• Patrol facilities, conduct security checks, rounds, and counts; inspect all areas for safety/security deficiencies.
• Search incarcerated individuals, vehicles, packages, equipment, and cells for contraband.
• Instruct incarcerated individuals in rules, policies, and expectations to foster successful adaptation and pro-social behavior.
• Escort incarcerated individuals, visitors, and staff; verify possession of passes or legal documents.
• Interact with the public, visitors, and victims; provide information, security, and assistance.
• Role model respectful, pro-social behaviors and support the development of skills and attitudes for positive change.
• Maintain logs, prepare reports, and enter data into the electronic record system.
• Supervise and evaluate incarcerated individual work assignments.
• Operate security and communication systems, including electronic doors, radios, alarms, CCTV, and control devices.
• Attend training and professional development classes.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, GED, or equivalency.

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Applicants must pass:

• Psychological tests
• Background investigation
• Post-offer health screen
• Drug urinalysis
• All new employee training during probation

Designated positions require obtaining a Commercial Driver's License and endorsements within a specified period.