Correctional Officer

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet • Lexington, KY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a Correctional Officer to maintain custody and control of juveniles in a custodial security setting or perform related special assignments. The role involves supervising and monitoring detained juveniles, maintaining a safe and secure detention-center environment, responding to emergencies, assisting youth with interpersonal skills, documenting behavior and incidents, and transporting juveniles as needed. The position requires maturity, reliability, self-discipline, responsible conduct, leadership, and respectful treatment of staff, youth, and others. Training and mentoring opportunities support career growth and advancement.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and eligible for overtime pay. It is designated essential and may require overtime and any shift as needed. The employee must complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment. Academy training includes two weeks of on-the-job training and four weeks at the Louisville training location; overnight lodging and travel for academy training are required and provided by the department. A physical examination and ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, are required. The position is subject to a six-month initial and promotional probationary period, except as provided by KRS 18A.111.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment.
• Must maintain any required licenses, certifications, or other credentials for the length of employment.
• Must successfully pass a physical examination and be able to perform all essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis due to applicable state or federal laws.

Responsibilities

• Maintain custody and control of juveniles in a custodial security setting or perform related special assignments.
• Supervise and monitor detained juveniles and maintain a safe and secure atmosphere in the detention center.
• Take required actions during emergency situations and stand watch in each unit.
• Assist juveniles in developing interpersonal skills.
• Provide support services for routine maintenance, check premises, and ensure juveniles’ safety.
• Attend staff meetings, case conferences, and trainings.
• Maintain the booking program by recording youths’ daily behaviors and interactions, including court and family visits, disturbances, and other unusual events or behavior.
• Oversee juveniles during program functions at detention centers.
• Complete incident reports and other documentation according to detention-center rules and assist juveniles with complaint procedures.
• Transport juveniles as needed.

Benefits

• Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.
• Overnight lodging and travel for the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy are provided by the department.
• Applicable co-pays for the required physical examination will be reimbursed by the department.
• Locality premium of $5.228 per hour.
• Shift premium of $2.13 per hour for work between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
• Shift premium of $1.13 per hour for work between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m.
• Weekend premium of $2.13 per hour.
• Holiday premium of $2.13 per hour.
• Eligible for overtime pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED