Correctional Officer: Protect & Empower Communities

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Kentucky Department of Corrections seeks motivated individuals for the Correctional Officer role at the Central Kentucky Medical Correctional Complex in Lexington, KY. You will work to maintain safety and control of offenders and support the facility’s mission.

Responsibilities include supervising inmate activities, conducting counts and searches, and ensuring compliance with rules and procedures. A strong team orientation and ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are required for interacting with offenders, staff, and the public.
• Excellent observation skills to monitor inmate activity and security.
• Must be a reliable team player who can collaborate with colleagues.
• Attention to detail in reporting, counts, and security procedures.
• Ability to perform under pressure in correctional environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintains control of the institution to ensure safety and security of inmates, staff, and the public by enforcing rules and procedures.
• Supervises inmate activities in housing units, dining areas, recreation, and work spaces.
• Attends to medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of inmates.
• Inspects and patrols grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and other risks.
• Completes required reports and daily logs.
• Conducts inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.

Skills

Strong communication

Observation skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Kentucky Department of Corrections seeks motivated individuals for the Correctional Officer role at the Central Kentucky Medical Correctional Complex in Lexington, KY. You will work to maintain safety and control of offenders and support the facility’s mission.

Responsibilities include supervising inmate activities, conducting counts and searches, and ensuring compliance with rules and procedures. A strong team orientation and ability to work under pressure are essential.