IDOC - Correctional Officer - Twin Falls CRC

State of Idaho; Twin Falls (ID); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC) in Twin Falls is seeking candidates for a Correctional Officer at the Twin Falls CRC. You will help ensure the safety and security of inmates, monitor activities, and enforce facility procedures.

Officers work 8–12 hour shifts and may be required to work up to 16 hours in a day when overtime is necessary. Ideal applicants will be 18+, have a HS diploma or GED, meet POST academy requirements, have basic computer skills, and pass an aptitude test.

Qualifikationen

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED transcript.
• Meet entrance requirements established by the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) academy for correction officers.
• Experience using a personal computer to enter, retrieve, and edit information.
• Not currently on felony or misdemeanor probation.
• Eligible to own/possess or receive a firearm under the provisions of state or federal law.
• Pass an aptitude test.

Aufgaben

• Provide safety and security, monitor incarcerated individuals’ activities and movements.
• Maintain security of the institution and follow department procedures.
• Work 8–12 hour shifts; may work up to 16 hours overtime.
• Be available to work any assigned shift, including day, swing, or graveyard.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Escort or transport inmates and property within the institution or other locations.
• Review and complete institutional forms, court documents, and reports with accuracy.
• Inventory and search property and conduct searches as needed.

Kenntnisse

Age 18+

High school diploma

POST academy

Computer basics

No felony

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

IDOC - Correctional Officer - Twin Falls CRC - 27656

USA:ID:Twin Falls | Corrections | Full Time

24.60 - 24.60 USD per hour

Posted 2 days ago | Apply before November 17, 2026

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

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Summary:

The mission of the Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC) is to create a model correctional system founded on the belief that people can change. We fulfill this mission by fostering a professional culture that empowers staff, promotes personal responsibility, creates opportunities for success, and strengthens communities.

The Department is looking for candidates who want to make a positive impact! Working with Idaho's incarcerated population, correctional officers carry out the day-to-day operations of correctional institutions and have a tremendous opportunity to make a difference in an incarcerated individual's life. Begin an exciting and rewarding career with an organization that truly makes a difference transforming the lives one person, one family, and one community at a time.

Responsibilities:

Correctional Officers provide safety and security, while assisting in controlling, directing, and monitoring incarcerated individuals’ activities and movement. This includes maintaining security of the institution and controlling movement within the institution in accordance with established department methods and procedures. Correctional officers role model appropriate interactions and reinforce positive behavior change among incarcerated individuals. Additionally, Correctional Officers work 8 - 12-hour shifts depending on the post, are required to have the ability to work up to 16 hours in a day when overtime is necessary, are subject to call-back at any time, and must be available to work any assigned shift, including day, swing, or graveyard.

The Department envisions a safer Idaho with fewer people in its correctional system and values integrity, respect, and Innovation. As such, successful candidates for correctional officer will possess these character traits, along with problem solving skills, teamwork, and the desire to impact positive change. Other essential functions of this position include:

• Respond to emergency situations
• Assist with facility operations to ensure department policy and security procedures are followed
• Conduct multiple daily counts of incarcerated individuals to ensure safety and security, as well as maintain logbooks
• Escort or transport incarcerated individuals and property within different areas of the institution or other locations
• Review and complete institutional forms, court documents, and various reports with attention to detail and accuracy
• Inventory and search property, housing unit living areas and commonly used areas, and conduct unclothed body and/or pat searches
• Have frequent interactions with incarcerated individuals that demonstrate professional boundaries and promote positive change

Minimum Qualifications: Your resume needs to clearly articulate how your skills, education and experience meet the qualifications below –

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma or GED transcript
• Meet entrance requirements established by the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) academy for correction officers. (IDAPA Rules)
• Experience using a personal computer to enter, retrieve, and edit information
• Not currently on felony or misdemeanor probation
• Eligible to own/possess or receive a firearm under the provisions of state or federal law
• Pass an aptitude test. Follow the link to access and fill out the aptitude test .

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact [phone] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [e-mail] .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

*Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.