Correctional Officer: Safety & Security Leader

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

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking motivated individuals for Correctional Officer positions at the Department of Corrections in Pewee Valley, KY. These roles ensure safety and security within correctional facilities, supervising inmate activities and responding to daily operations.

Ideal candidates will work in a team, communicate effectively, and maintain attention to detail under pressure. The position requires age 20+, a valid driver's license, and compliance with firearm regulations.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION: High school graduate.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be twenty years of age and possess a valid driver's license.

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

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking motivated individuals for Correctional Officer positions at the Department of Corrections in Pewee Valley, KY. These roles ensure safety and security within correctional facilities, supervising inmate activities and responding to daily operations.

Ideal candidates will work in a team, communicate effectively, and maintain attention to detail under pressure. The position requires age 20+, a valid driver's license, and compliance with firearm regulations.