Corrections Officer — Safety & Security Specialist

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Eddyville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

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Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky in Eddyville is hiring Correctional Officers for full-time, overtime-eligible work in a state correctional facility. The role emphasizes maintaining safety by enforcing rules and supervising inmate activities across housing, dining, recreation and work areas.

Requirements include a high school diploma; candidates must be at least twenty years old, possess a valid driver’s license, and complete required training within six months for certain departments.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate mandated.
• Experience: NONE required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains institution safety and security by enforcing rules and procedures.
• Supervises inmate activities in housing units, dining areas, recreation and work areas.
• Attends to medical, visitation, personal property and recreational needs of inmates.
• Inspects and patrols grounds for contraband and security risks.
• Completes required reports, daily logs, 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

Commonwealth of Kentucky in Eddyville is hiring Correctional Officers for full-time, overtime-eligible work in a state correctional facility. The role emphasizes maintaining safety by enforcing rules and supervising inmate activities across housing, dining, recreation and work areas.

Requirements include a high school diploma; candidates must be at least twenty years old, possess a valid driver’s license, and complete required training within six months for certain departments.