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Correctional Officer

Correctional Officer

State of IndianaRockville, IN, US
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Correctional Officer

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Rockville Correctional Facility

As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Rockville Correctional Facility promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. We strive to model best correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism. The Rockville Correctional Facility is an intake and medium security facility for adult females. Rockville Correctional Facility is located in Rockville, Indiana. The Department of Correction developed the facility from an Air Force base into a juvenile male facility, to co-ed, and now to adult females alone, making it the largest female facility. The Rockville Correctional Facility serves as the intake unit for women in the Department of Correction, which involves a series of assessments to ensure each incarcerated individual is assigned to the facility and programming that best meets their needs. Incarcerated individuals have multiple educational and vocational training opportunities, including cosmetology, parenting support, and a partnership with Televerde that includes training and work opportunities inside the facility and post-release.

Role Overview

As a Correctional Officer at the Rockville Correctional Facility, you will be responsible for working as a part of a team in a minimum security Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) facility for adult females. During a typical 12-hour shift, you will maintain the security of the unit as well as the safety of staff and incarcerated individuals, while ensuring daily activities and programs proceed on schedule. During the 2-week pay period, Correctional Officers will work 85.75 hours. This consists of 7 total shifts, including 1 weekend.

Salary

This position starts at a $22 / hour base pay + $1 / hour of differential pay, equating to $1,972.25 biweekly or $51,278.50 annually. Candidates with relevant experience may qualify for a higher base pay. These figures do not account for any overtime pay an employee may earn.

A Day in the Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows :

  • Monitor assigned areas at various intervals for security of incarcerated individuals, count of incarcerated individuals, and security of buildings and grounds.
  • Follow and ensure compliance with established security procedures.
  • Manage incarcerated individuals in various work details including general clean-up of institutional grounds and buildings.
  • Escort incarcerated individuals to and from various locations across the facility for food, medicines, work assignments, and recreation.
  • Keep records and make reports on such matters as incarcerated individuals movements, activities, and rule violations.
  • Search incarcerated individuals housing areas and visitors for possible unauthorized items.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment :

  • Possession of a high school diploma or high school equivalent (HSE).
  • At least eighteen (18) years of age.
  • Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.
  • Must test negative on all drug screenings.
  • Veteran / law enforcement candidates are encouraged to apply.
  • Ability to work with and around incarcerated individuals per DOC mission statement.
  • Ability to work mandatory / voluntary overtime in any shift; up to 16 consecutive hours per day.
  • Ability to understand and utilize chemical agents properly.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, including giving clear directions to incarcerated individuals, completion of incarcerated individual / conduct reports, etc.
  • Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to apply as needed.
  • You must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment :

  • Ability to successfully complete the personal protection training.
  • Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

    This role provides supervision for incarcerated individuals and requires a high level of judgment and care.

    Difficulty of Work

    Your work is physically, emotionally, and mentally demanding. As a Correctional Officer, you must maintain constant vigilance for periods of up to sixteen (16) hours at a time. The environment tends to be stressful with a threat of physical harm or injury to oneself, coworkers, incarcerated individuals, and / or the general public due to errors in judgment.

    Physical Effort

    Depending on the duties performed or environment setting, frequent walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and / or similar movements may be involved. This role requires keen observational and hearing skills to stay alert for possible dangerous situations.

    Working Conditions

    This role performs work in a cell house, dormitory, or other residential environment. This role performs work outdoors and exposure to various outdoor weather conditions, rough terrain, and wildlife may occur. This role requires a high level of attention and safety due to work activities having risk of injury or loss of life. Operations may require this role to be available after hours (on-call) and / or work rotating shifts, evenings, and weekends, or irregular hours. This role may experience periods of high stress and / or pressure. This role requires the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when necessary.

    Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana

    The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes :

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
  • Wellness Rewards Program : Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
  • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
  • Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to :
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Group life insurance
  • Referral Bonus program
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free Parking for most positions
  • Free LinkedIn Learning access
  • Equal Employment Opportunity

    The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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