Correctional Officer

Salary : $49,920.00 - $69,326.40 Annually

Location : Coralville - 52241 - Johnson County, IA

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 26-00457

Agency : 244 Corrections - Iowa Medical and Classification Center (Oakdale)

Opening Date : 08 / 20 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 18 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag : #LI-POST

Point of Contact : Tiffany.Yoder@iowa.gov

Job Description

• Safety and Security Operations - Post Specific / See Post Orders for more detail;
• Security Controls / Control Center Operations - Monitor keys, radios and other security equipment, fire system alarms systems, distress calls, and control of interior and exterior door locks. Operates electronic doors, telephone systems, two-way radios, intercom, alarm systems, closed circuit TV systems, personal data assistants, computer terminals and uses weapons / incarcerated individual control devices.
• Facility Patrol - Patrol facilities and makes security checks, conducts rounds and incarcerated individual counts; inspects all areas of the institution and grounds for safety / security deficiencies. Conducts searches of incarcerated individuals, vehicles, packages, equipment, and incarcerated individuals' cells and property for contraband items.
• Perimeter Patrol - Patrol perimeter on a periodic basis assuring perimeter security, assuring fences are secure, monitoring vehicle traffic, and radio communication with other staff; search vehicles entering or leaving grounds; provide security, safety and fire watch for all buildings on grounds. This position is considered a weapons post.
• Transportation / Escort services - Transport inmates on grounds and off-grounds. Escorts incarcerated individuals, visitors and staff inside / outside of the institution and verifies possession of appropriate passes or legal documents. Interacts with the general public, visitors and victims in person or via phone in a professional and courteous manner. Provides information, security, and assistance.

Interpersonal Interactions and Core Correctional Practices -

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency.

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