Correctional Officer

Job OverviewPosition: Correctional OfficerPay Grade: 10 – Annual Salary: $39,127.68Locality Premium: $5.23 per hourShift, Weekend, and Holiday Premiums: $2.13 per hour eachEmployment Type: Executive Branch – Full Time – Eligible for Overtime Pay – 18A – 40 hrs/weekLocation: 266 Water Street, Eddyville, KY 42038, USAOverviewCreating a Better, Safer Kentucky. The Kentucky Department of Corrections seeks motivated individuals ready to join the correctional team. Correctional Officers maintain safety and control within correctional institutions by working collaboratively to uphold rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.ResponsibilitiesMaintain control of the institution to ensure safety and security for inmates, staff, and the general public.Supervise inmate activities in housing units, dining areas, recreation, and work areas.Attend to medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of inmates.Inspect and patrol grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and other security risks.Complete required reports and daily logs.Conduct inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.The Ideal CandidateStrong communication skills.Observational skills.Team player mindset.Attention to detail.Ability to work under pressure.All applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of employment.Although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis due to other applicable state or federal laws. For additional information, contact the agency point of contact.Minimum RequirementsEducation: High school graduate.Experience, Training, or Skills: None.Substitute Education for Experience: None.Substitute Experience for Education: None.Special RequirementsMust be at least twenty years of age and possess a valid driver's license. For the Department of Juvenile Justice, successful completion of the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment is required. Maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment.Working ConditionsWork environment is hazardous due to interaction with convicted felons or juvenile detainees. May be exposed to risks associated with operating a motor vehicle while providing transportation services.Probationary PeriodInitial and promotional probationary period of six months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.Medical Cannabis ProhibitionEmployees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis due to applicable state or federal laws.EEO StatementAn Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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