Correctional Officer 2 (SW26.03B)

State of Alaska•Statewide, AK

6d•$58•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections is recruiting for multiple Correctional Officer 2 positions. This is a continuous recruitment posting. Correctional Officers earn up to 16 days of paid leave for the first two years of employment, increasing after two (2) years based on years of service, as well as also receiving 11 paid holidays annually. This recruitment is for an 84-hour work week, with a schedule of "week on/week off" that alternates "day/night shifts." Embark on a career in Corrections with numerous training and promotion paths. As a correctional officer, you will play a vital role in reforming those in custody and helping them positively contribute to society. Start a rewarding career with growth prospects and make a meaningful impact in our community. New Correctional Officer 2s undergo 12-14 months of structured field training and attend a seven-week Correctional Officer Academy. After completing training, you will receive certification as a Correctional Officer from the Alaska Police Standards Council. The mission of the Alaska Department of Corrections is to promote public safety. Our division provides secure confinement, access to reformative programs and offender management planning that promotes successful community reentry. Our facilities operate 24/7, 365 days a year, offering dynamic work environments with opportunities for career advancement and specialized training programs exclusive to the Alaska Department of Corrections. Serving the Great State of Alaska, our facilities house unsentenced, sentenced, and Federal inmates. We have a dedicated staff that includes medical professionals, acute psychiatric medical personnel, and other experts. If you seek a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can make a real difference, the Alaska Department of Corrections might be the right place for you!

Requirements

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Knowledge of business software.
Effectively communicate required information.
Ability to learn and apply techniques of self-defense, firearms, appropriate force to protect oneself / others and act quickly in emergencies, including diffusing conflicts by utilizing sound judgment.
Ability to read and comprehend statutes, regulations, and procedures, apply them to specific situations, and explain procedures and requirements to the public, others, and the inmate population.
Successful completion of the Alaska Correctional Officer Academy, or equivalent program accredited by the Alaska Police Standards Council.
One year of experience learning and performing duties which support the custody, security, and rehabilitation of prisoners in an adult correctional institution.
Be 21 years of age and a United States citizen or a United States National.
Have a high school or home school diploma recognized or certified by a state or a local school district within a state as having met that state's graduation requirement; or have a General Educational Development certificate.
Possess a valid driver's license issued within the United States at time of appointment.
Employees must be willing to work shift assignments and on-call availability may be required.
Have not been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence by a civilian court of Alaska, the United States, another state or territory, or by a military court.
Have not been convicted during the past ten (10) years by a civilian court of Alaska, the United States, another state or territory, or by a military court of a crime of dishonesty or moral turpitude, of a crime that resulted in serious physical injury to another person, or of two or more driving under the influence offenses.
Have not illegally manufactured, transported, or sold a controlled substance during the past 10 years, provided you were under 21 years of age at the time.
Have not illegally used a Schedule IA, IIA, IIIA, IVA, or VA controlled substance during the past 5 years, provided you were at least 21 years of age at the time.
Have not used marijuana during the last year, provided you were at least 21 years of age at the time.
Have not been denied certification by the Alaska Police Standards Council or the responsible certifying agency in any other issuing jurisdiction unless the denial, revocation, or surrender has been rescinded by the council under 13 AAC 85.270 or by the responsible certifying agency of the issuing jurisdiction.
Have never used a controlled substance while employed as a certifiable municipal, state, federal peace officer, correctional officer, adult probation officer, or military law enforcement officer.
Must pass a criminal history check.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

Nice To Haves

Some positions may require possession of a Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements issued within the United States.

Responsibilities

Play a vital role in reforming those in custody and helping them positively contribute to society.
Assist with maintaining order and discipline.
Operate security control room.
Learn and apply techniques of handling unruly and violent prisoners, using the minimum force necessary, in resolving situations.
Perform routine security checks and inspections.
Assist in creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the rehabilitation of prisoners.

Benefits

Up to 16 days of paid leave in their first two years of employment, which increases based on years of service.
12 paid holidays annually.
Moving and relocation incentives may be available to the selected candidates.
Recruitment Incentive Leave for proactively participating in recruiting efforts for Correctional Officer 1/2 positions.
Current officers may be credited with an additional 60 hours of personal leave for recruiting a new officer who successfully completes probation and the academy.

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