Corrections Officer II

State of Kansas; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to serve as corrections officers. This role is crucial in maintaining safety and order within the facility while fostering positive behavior among residents. The position involves supervising daily activities, conducting searches for contraband, and enforcing facility rules. Candidates will need to demonstrate strong problem-solving and communication skills, along with a commitment to public safety. Join a team that plays a vital role in rehabilitating individuals and contributing to community safety.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs

Paid State Holidays

Employee discounts

Retirement programs

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of one year of relevant experience in corrections.
• Successfully completed the Corrections Officer Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and maintains discipline of residents in various areas.
• Conducts searches to prevent contraband and maintains security.
• Observes resident activity and enforces policies and regulations.

Skills

Supervision

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Discipline Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mechanical Restraints

Job description

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Employee discounts with the

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The primary mission of this position is to protect and serve the public members of Kansas. The secondary mission is to foster change in the resident population through appropriate behavior modeling, problem solving, communication skills, and work ethics. This position plays a critical role in the overall operations of the facility by providing immediate supervision to all levels of the resident population during a routine shift, resolving problems or responding to emergencies within the compound in a judicious, expedient manner, with the goal of creating a safe living and working environment. Ultimately, the goal is to modify the behavior of incarcerated individuals to acceptable levels so that they may eventually, if judged appropriate by Kansas law, re-enter society and become productive members.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

1. As Officer-in-charge or second officer, supervises, maintains discipline and control of residents in their living quarters, at meals, in classrooms, in the hospital, kitchen, and bathing areas; while they are segregated for punitive, protective, and administrative purposes; and while they are on work details (inside and outside).
2. Searches inmates at their work, recreation, in the infirmary, while in food service, and in their housing units to prevent the secreting of contraband and fabrication of lethal weapons, by physical pat down in a standing position. Applies mechanical restraints when necessary. Controls items of a security nature such as firearms, tools, locks, keys, medical equipment, and drugs.
3. Shakes down physical areas of the facility as directed or upon own initiative to prevent and control the secreting of contraband in living units, stairways, work areas, recreation areas, etc. This involves physical searches of premises from floor to ceiling, including climbing on furniture and ladders to reach high places. Observes the physical facility for deviations from normal that might indicate drugs or weapons being manufactured, imported, or hidden within the facility. Maintains, through observation, inventory, and logs, control of tools and equipment assigned to a crew or area to prevent the introduction of weapons or escape paraphernalia back into the living areas.
4. Advises, counsels, and assists security personnel with occupational and/or personal problems, referring individuals to appropriate departments for further assistance. Attempts to resolve grievances and provides information on procedures for filing formal grievances.
5. Follows established security procedures in controlling visitors, staff, residents, and vehicular traffic to prevent unauthorized entry or exit and the introduction of contraband. This includes searches, pat downs, and full shakedowns of vehicles.
6. Observes resident activity and interactions within the area of responsibility. Enforces policies, rules, and regulations. Monitors deviations in inmate behavior. Reports incidents or behaviors that deviate from the resident's general profile or that could cause immediate problems. Discusses behavior changes with other staff when necessary.

Qualifications

Must meet all minimum qualifications and necessary special requirements for CO I A.

Must have a minimum of one year of relevant experience in corrections or in the detention of convicted offenders.

• Successfully completed the Corrections Officer Training Program (COTP). At the agency's discretion, relevant college coursework or completion of corrections officer training in another jurisdiction may substitute for some or all of the required COTP.

High School Diploma or GED

• Valid, current Driver's License

Must be free of misdemeanor convictions involving domestic battery as an adult unless the conviction was for a battery committed prior to July 1, 1997, and has been expunged.

Must be free of felony convictions.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Applicants will be subject to background checks and criminal history investigations.