Commonwealth of Kentucky
Commonwealth of Kentucky provided pay range
This range is provided by Commonwealth of Kentucky. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$39,127.68/yr - $39,127.68/yr Pay & Benefits
This position has an approved Locality Premium of $5.23. Shift premiums: Shift Premium $2.13 per hour, Weekend Premium $2.13 per hour, Holiday Premium $2.13 per hour. Job Description
Do you want to kick-start your career in Criminal Justice? Look no further! The Kentucky Department of Corrections is seeking motivated individuals who are up for the challenge. Correctional Officers fill a critical role within correctional institutions by working together as a team to maintain safety and control of offenders. 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. Ideal Candidate
Strong communication skills Observation skills Be a team player Attention to detail Ability to work under pressure Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
High school graduate. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE Special Requirements (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.)
Must be twenty years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. For the Department of Juvenile Justice, must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Working Conditions
Work environment is hazardous due to working in a state correctional facility with convicted felons or in a juvenile detention facility. May be exposed to hazards and dangers associated with operating a motor vehicle while providing transportation services. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries
Government Administration
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This range is provided by Commonwealth of Kentucky. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$39,127.68/yr - $39,127.68/yr Pay & Benefits
This position has an approved Locality Premium of $5.23. Shift premiums: Shift Premium $2.13 per hour, Weekend Premium $2.13 per hour, Holiday Premium $2.13 per hour. Job Description
Do you want to kick-start your career in Criminal Justice? Look no further! The Kentucky Department of Corrections is seeking motivated individuals who are up for the challenge. Correctional Officers fill a critical role within correctional institutions by working together as a team to maintain safety and control of offenders. 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. Ideal Candidate
Strong communication skills Observation skills Be a team player Attention to detail Ability to work under pressure Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
High school graduate. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE Special Requirements (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.)
Must be twenty years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. For the Department of Juvenile Justice, must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Working Conditions
Work environment is hazardous due to working in a state correctional facility with convicted felons or in a juvenile detention facility. May be exposed to hazards and dangers associated with operating a motor vehicle while providing transportation services. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries
Government Administration
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