Correctional Officer

OverviewAs a Correctional Officer at Branchville Correctional Facility, you will work as part of a professional team in a medium-security facility for adult males . During a typical 12-hour shift , you will ensure the safety of staff and incarcerated individuals while maintaining order and ensuring daily activities and programs run smoothly. Correctional Officers work 85.75 hours per two-week pay period, consisting of 7 total shifts, including one weekend. This role is physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding and requires constant awareness and sound judgment.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor assigned areas for safety, security, and accountability of incarcerated individualsEnforce established security procedures and facility rulesSupervise incarcerated individuals during work assignments and daily activitiesEscort incarcerated individuals throughout the facility for meals, medical care, work, and recreationConduct searches of housing areas, individuals, and visitors for unauthorized itemsMaintain accurate records and reports related to movements, activities, and rule violationsSupport facility operations to ensure programs and schedules proceed as plannedQualificationsHigh School Diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE)At least 18 years of ageAbility to pass all required drug screeningsWillingness to work mandatory and voluntary overtime, including up to 16 consecutive hoursAbility to work effectively with incarcerated individuals in alignment with IDOC's missionStrong communication and critical thinking skillsAbility to understand and properly use chemical agentsVeteran and law enforcement candidates are encouraged to applyMust successfully complete personal protection training to continue employmentWork Environment & Physical RequirementsPhysically, emotionally, and mentally demanding roleRequires prolonged vigilance and alertnessFrequent walking, standing, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, pushing, and pullingExposure to potentially stressful or hazardous situationsStrong observational and hearing skills requiredAbility to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodationSalary$22.00/hour base pay + $1.00/hour shift differentialApprox. $1,972.25 biweekly or $51,278.50 annuallyCandidates with relevant experience may qualify for higher starting payOvertime opportunities available (not included in base salary figures)BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account with state contributionsDeferred compensation 457(b) retirement plan with employer matchTwo fully funded pension plan optionsPaid parental leave and childbirth recovery leavePaid vacation, personal, and sick leave (combined 180 hours annually)12 paid holidays (14 in election years)Education reimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness eligibilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Free LinkedIn Learning accessFree parkingHow To ApplyInterested candidates must apply through the State of Indiana careers website using Requisition ID 475519. Click here to apply online today! To apply for this job please visit workforindiana.in.gov.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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