Corrections OfficerKansas Department Of Corrections • Ellsworth, Kansas, US
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Corrections Officer
Kansas Department Of Corrections • Ellsworth, Kansas, US
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionAgency Information : Location : Ellsworth Correctional Facility, 1607 State St., Ellsworth, KS 67439 Why Join the Kansas Department of Corrections
Serve your community and build a meaningful career in
- public safety and rehabilitation
- . As a
- Correctional Officer
- at
- Ellsworth Correctional Facility
- , youll play a key role in maintaining security, supporting rehabilitation, and ensuring safety for staff, inmates, and visitors. KDOC provides
- paid training, advancement opportunities
- , and a
- comprehensive benefits package
- for long-term career growth.
- Salary & Benefits
- Competitive starting pay
- : $48,484 per year
- Comprehensive
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and state holidays
- Work-life balance programs
- , including parental and military leave
- Retirement and deferred compensation
- plans
- Professional development and promotion
- opportunities
- Wellness and fitness programs
- in select facilities
- Qualifications
- Minimum Requirements :
- Must be
- 18 years of age or older
- Must possess a
- high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Must successfully complete a
- physical fitness test
- and
- written examination
- Must be
- free of felony convictions
- Must have
- no DUI convictions
- within the past 24 months
- Must have
- no drug use or possession convictions
- within the past 60 months
- Ability to pass a
- background check
- drug screening
- , and
- medical evaluation
- Position Summary
- Correctional Officer
- is responsible for maintaining safety, security, and control within the Ellsworth Correctional Facility. Officers monitor inmate behavior, enforce facility rules, and respond to incidents and emergencies to ensure a safe environment for staff, offenders, and visitors.
- Key Responsibilities
- Supervise offenders
- in living quarters, dining areas, classrooms, work sites, and recreational spaces
- Monitor offender movement
- throughout the facility and during off-site escorts
- Maintain discipline and control
- to prevent disturbances or escapes
- Conduct inmate counts, pat-downs, and area searches
- to detect contraband
- Observe and document inmate behavior
- , reporting any deviations or security threats
- Enforce facility rules and behavioral management systems
- fairly and consistently
- Respond to emergencies
- using appropriate contingency plans and intervention techniques
- Patrol facility grounds and perimeter areas
- to ensure security and detect unauthorized activity
- Operate emergency and safety equipment
- including radios, fire extinguishers, and restraints
- Administer first aid or CPR
- when necessary
- Counsel and assist offenders
- to promote compliance and rehabilitation
- Record all incidents and reports
- accurately in required systems (JJIS / JCFS) before end of shift
- Preferred Qualifications
- Certification as a
- Corrections Officer
- by the Kansas Secretary of Corrections (issued upon completion of Basic Training; renewed annually)
- CPR and first aid
- certification (maintained annually)
- Prior experience in
- law enforcement, military, or security operations
- Core Skills & Abilities
- Strong
- situational awareness
- and
- attention to detail
- Excellent
- communication and observation
- skills
- Ability to
- remain calm and decisive
- in high-pressure or emergency situations
- Physical ability to
- stand, walk, climb, and respond quickly
- to security incidents
- Commitment to
- integrity, professionalism, and teamwork
- Proficiency in
- conflict resolution
- and
- de-escalation techniques
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- State of Kansas
- is an
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- that values
- diversity, equity, and inclusion
- . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other non-merit factors.
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- , please contact our recruitment team for assistance.
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
The Kansas Department of Corrections offers :
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If you are a qualified person with a disability and require an accommodation under the
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $48,484.00 per year
Benefits :
Work Location : In person
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