Corrections Officer: Growth, Training & Real Impact

Corrections; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentives

Paid leave

12 paid holidays annually

Job summary

Alaska Department of Corrections’ Anchorage Correctional Complex is recruiting for multiple Correctional Officer 1 positions in Anchorage, Alaska. The role involves enforcing security, assisting with rehabilitation efforts, and participating in structured training programs.

New officers undergo 12–14 months of field training and attend a seven-week academy, with potential promotion to Officer 2 after certification.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old at employment
• US citizen or US National
• High school diploma or GED recognized by a state/local district
• Background investigation and medical screening required (APSC)

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and discipline in the facility
• Operate security procedures and control room activities
• Protect staff and inmates while enforcing policies
• Participate in training and promotion paths with structured field training

Skills

Oral & written instructions

Observation & situational awareness

Communication

Self-control under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Alaska Department of Corrections’ Anchorage Correctional Complex is recruiting for multiple Correctional Officer 1 positions in Anchorage, Alaska. The role involves enforcing security, assisting with rehabilitation efforts, and participating in structured training programs.

New officers undergo 12–14 months of field training and attend a seven-week academy, with potential promotion to Officer 2 after certification.