Correctional Officer — Build a Safer Kentucky

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Eddyville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Department of Corrections seeks motivated individuals for correctional officer roles at a state facility in Eddyville. You will work to maintain safety and security, supervise inmate activities, and uphold regulations to protect staff and the public.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, observation, and teamwork skills, plus attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure. A valid driver’s license and age 20+ are required at hire.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate.
• Experience, Training, or Skills: NONE.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE.
• Must be twenty years of age and possess a valid driver's license to qualify for employment.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Department of Corrections seeks motivated individuals for correctional officer roles at a state facility in Eddyville. You will work to maintain safety and security, supervise inmate activities, and uphold regulations to protect staff and the public.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, observation, and teamwork skills, plus attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure. A valid driver’s license and age 20+ are required at hire.