Correctional Officer

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Central City, KY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Department of Corrections is seeking motivated individuals to kick-start their career in Criminal Justice. Correctional Officers fill a critical role within correctional institutions by working together as a team to maintain safety and control of offenders, ensuring the security of the facility, inmates, staff, and the general public.

Requirements

Strong communication skills
Observation skills
Be a team player
Attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure
Meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of employment.
Prohibited from using medical cannabis.
High school graduate.
Must be twenty years of age.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification.
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.

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.