Corrections Officer Trainee: Paid Training & Benefits

State of Illinois; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 51,905 - 69,381; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid state holidays

Job summary

A state correctional agency is seeking a Correctional Officer Trainee to receive formalized training in security and custodial duties. The role includes assisting correctional employees and performing various assigned tasks. Candidates must complete a pre-service training course and are required to have a high school diploma. This full-time position based in Mount Sterling, Kentucky offers a starting salary of $4,848 per month along with extensive employee benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge equivalent to completion of four years of high school.
• Must be eligible to acquire and possess a firearm.
• Requires a valid appropriate driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Participate in formalized pre-service security training.
• Assist in running lines, yard, and housing units.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Knowledge of resident behavior problems

Ability to pass IDOC/IDJJ background check

Ability to pass drug test

Physical fitness

Education

Completion of four years of high school

Job description

A state correctional agency is seeking a Correctional Officer Trainee to receive formalized training in security and custodial duties. The role includes assisting correctional employees and performing various assigned tasks. Candidates must complete a pre-service training course and are required to have a high school diploma. This full-time position based in Mount Sterling, Kentucky offers a starting salary of $4,848 per month along with extensive employee benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.