Correctional Sergeant: Lead Security & Training

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Sandy Hook (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Corrections, located at 505 Prison Connector, Sandy Hook, KY 41771, seeks a Correctional Sergeant to lead officers and supervise inmate custody and safety. The role emphasizes training, direction, and enforcement within a correctional facility.

The position requires a High School diploma and at least one year of related experience; substitutions include an Associate's or Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• One year of experience in corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, social work in rehabilitation or supervision of young adults (12-21).
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree can substitute for experience as described.

Responsibilities

• Supervises correctional officers in custody and control of inmates.
• Supervises and conducts periodic inmate counts.
• Conducts searches of inmates, packages and cells for contraband.
• Responds to emergencies.
• Completes investigations and disciplinary reports.
• Ensures timely reports are completed.
• Completes evaluations on employees.

Skills

Observation skills

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Decision-making skills

Teamwork

Stress management

Public safety awareness

Education

High school graduate

Associate's degree (corrections/criminal justice)

Bachelor's degree (corrections/criminal justice)

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Corrections, located at 505 Prison Connector, Sandy Hook, KY 41771, seeks a Correctional Sergeant to lead officers and supervise inmate custody and safety. The role emphasizes training, direction, and enforcement within a correctional facility.

The position requires a High School diploma and at least one year of related experience; substitutions include an Associate's or Bachelor's degree.