Correctional Officer: Overtime Eligible + Premium Pay

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Burgin (KY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky in Burgin, KY is seeking a Correctional Officer to join the Department of Corrections. The role involves maintaining safety and security, supervising inmate activities, and responding to medical, visitation, and property needs.

Applicants must be at least 20 years old, have a high school diploma, and possess a valid driver’s license. The job is located in a state correctional facility with hazardous working conditions, a 40-hour workweek, and eligibility for overtime pay.

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• No prior experience necessary.

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

Observation skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky in Burgin, KY is seeking a Correctional Officer to join the Department of Corrections. The role involves maintaining safety and security, supervising inmate activities, and responding to medical, visitation, and property needs.

Applicants must be at least 20 years old, have a high school diploma, and possess a valid driver’s license. The job is located in a state correctional facility with hazardous working conditions, a 40-hour workweek, and eligibility for overtime pay.