Correctional Officer — Full-Time Safety & Security

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

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Corrections, is seeking a Correctional Officer in Fredonia, KY. Responsibilities include maintaining safety, supervising inmates, and enforcing facility rules to protect staff and the public.

The position offers full-time employment with potential overtime and a base annual salary of approximately $39,127.68 plus locality, shift, weekend, and holiday premiums. A high school diploma is required; drivers license is mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior experience required.
• Must be twenty years of age.
• Valid driver's license required.
• If with Department of Juvenile Justice, Training Academy must be completed within six months.
• Employing agency is responsible for ensuring licensure/certifications are maintained.

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

Strong communication skills

Observation skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school graduate

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Corrections, is seeking a Correctional Officer in Fredonia, KY. Responsibilities include maintaining safety, supervising inmates, and enforcing facility rules to protect staff and the public.

The position offers full-time employment with potential overtime and a base annual salary of approximately $39,127.68 plus locality, shift, weekend, and holiday premiums. A high school diploma is required; drivers license is mandatory.