Corrections Security Officer - Protect & Serve Daily

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Central City (KY)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 65,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Corrections in Central City, KY, seeks motivated individuals for Correctional Officer roles. This position enforces rules, supervises inmate activities, and ensures safety for inmates, staff and the public.

Applicants must be twenty, possess a valid driver's license, and be able to complete a training academy. The role includes various premiums and full-time status with overtime eligibility, requiring a strong team orientation and attention to detail in a

Qualifications

High school graduate is required.
Experience, training, or skills: NONE.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE.
Must be twenty years of age and possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Maintains control of the institution to provide safety and security of the facility inmates, staff, and general public by enforcing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Supervises inmate activities in housing units, dining areas, recreation and work areas.
Attends to the medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of the inmates.
Inspects and patrols the grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and for other security risks.
Completes required reports and daily logs.
Conducts inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.