Correctional Officer 1 FEMALE ONLY RECRUITMENT (Eagle River, AK)

Corrections; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hiland Mountain Correctional Center in Eagle River, Alaska, is hiring Female Correctional Officers 1. The role includes a demanding 84-hour work week with a week-on/week-off schedule, alternating day and night shifts.

New officers undergo 12–14 months of structured field training and attend a seven-week academy, with promotion to CO 2 upon certification. Benefits include up to 16 days of paid leave in the first two years and 12 paid holidays annually.

Qualifications

• Completion of the Alaska Correctional Officer Academy or equivalent program.
• One year experience supporting custody, security or rehabilitation in an adult facility.
• U.S. citizen or national; 21+ years old; high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and discipline; monitor inmates and security controls.
• Participate in training and promotion pathways; support rehabilitation goals.
• Respond to emergencies with appropriate use of force and sound judgment.

Skills

Oral instructions

Written instructions

Communication

Self-defense

Firearms

Use of force

Emergency response

Reading statutes

Education

Alaska Correctional Officer Academy

Job description

Job Description

Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 5%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.

The Department of Corrections, Division of Institutions, is recruiting for multiple Female Correctional Officer 1 positions for the Hiland Mountain Correctional Center (HMCC) located in Eagle River, Alaska.

Due to the needs of the Institution this Recruitment is for Female Applicants Only

Correctional Officers earn up to 16 days of paid leave for the first two years of employment, increasing after two (2) years based on years of service, as well as also receiving 11 paid holidays annually.

This recruitment is for an 84-hour work week, with a schedule of "week on/week off" that alternates "day/night shifts".

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What You Will Be Doing:

Embark on a career in Corrections with numerous training and promotion paths. As a correctional officer, you will play a vital role in reforming those in custody and helping them positively contribute to society. Start a rewarding career with growth prospects and make a meaningful impact in our community. We look forward to welcoming you!

New Correctional Officers undergo 12-14 months of structured field training and attend a seven-week Correctional Officer Academy. After completing training and receiving the APSC Correctional Officer Certificate, you will be promoted to Correctional Officer 2.

Our Mission, Values, and Culture:

The mission of the Alaska Department of Corrections is to promote public safety. Our division provides secure confinement, access to reformative programs and offender management planning that promotes successful community reentry.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

At Hiland Mountain Correctional Center, you’ll join a dedicated team working together to achieve daily, weekly, monthly, and long-term goals for the benefit of the facility and department.

Correctional Officers receive up to 16 days of paid leave in their first two years of employment, which increases based on years of service. Additionally, they receive 12 paid holidays annually.

This recruitment is for an 84-hour work week, with a "week on/week off" schedule that alternates between day and night shifts.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

Hiland Mountain Correctional Center is Alaska's designated facility for female prisoners. Located in Eagle River, it offers a peaceful and private setting with stunning views of the Chugach Mountains. The facility includes 11 buildings, covering approximately 120,000 square feet of space, and is situated on 62.7 acres of land. It has a capacity for around 400 prisoners.

Who We Are Looking For:

To be successful in the position, a candidate will need the following core competencies:

Ability to follow oral and written instructions, knowledge of business software, and effectively communicate required information.

Ability to learn and apply techniques of self-defense, firearms, appropriate force to protect oneself / others and act quickly in emergencies, including diffusing conflicts by utilizing sound judgment.

Ability to read and comprehend statutes, regulations, and procedures, apply them to specific situations, and explain procedures and requirements to the public, others, and the inmate population.

To truly excel in this position, a candidate will have or develop the following competencies:

Assist with maintaining order and discipline, operate security control room, learn and apply techniques of handling unruly and violent prisoners, using the minimum force necessary, in resolving situations, and routine security checks and inspections.

Assist in creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the rehabilitation of prisoners.

Minimum Qualifications

Successful completion of the Alaska Correctional Officer Academy, or equivalent program accredited by the Alaska Police Standards Council

AND

One year of experience learning and performing duties which support the custody, security, and rehabilitation of prisoners in an adult correctional institution. The required experience is met by service as a Correctional Officer 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Special Note:

At the time of employment: be 21 years of age and a United States citizen or a United States National; have a high school or home school diploma recognized or certified by a state or a local school district within a state as having met that state's graduation requirement; or have a General Educational Development certificate.

Appointment to Correctional Officer 2 is conditional, pending successful completion of a thorough background investigation, psychological evaluation, drug screening, and medical examination.

This class series is considered technical/paraprofessional for purposes of evaluating minimum qualifications.

Possess a valid driver's license issued within the United States at time of appointment.

Some positions may require possession of a Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements issued within the United States.

Employees must be willing to work shift assignments and on-call availability may be required.

Individuals not continuously employed since February 9, 1991, by the State of Alaska Department of Corre