Job description

This is an entry-level position with pay starting at $18.26/hour plus $0.30 shift differential for those working 2nd and 3rd shift. Are you looking to start a new career? A position with the State of Kansas can be very rewarding. Winfield Correctional Facility is currently accepting applications for Corrections Officers.

• Earn a pay increase at 3 months, 9 months, 1 year, and 2 years with successful employment!
• NEW PAY INCENTIVE! We currently have an additional $3.50/hr. pay incentive for Corrections Officers for the remainder of the fiscal year!

You must have your HS Diploma or GED Equivalent, be 18 years or older, have a valid Driver's License, be free from felony convictions and domestic violence convictions, be able to pass a background screening, and pass a drug, medical, and TB Screening.

All positions are full-time and benefits-eligible. In addition to health insurance, the State of Kansas offers Sick and Vacation Leave, Holiday Pay, Work-Life Balance Programs (like Paid Parental Leave), Paid State Holidays, Employee Discounts, KPERS Retirement, we're a Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program participant, and more! We also have a Fitness Center available for employee-use.

Corrections Officers supervise residents in our minimum security prison, maintain discipline and control, enforce policy, rules, and regulations, perform searches and shakedowns, observe and monitor resident activities and interactions, and deal effectively with individuals.

We are looking for candidates that have great communication skills, are willing to learn, and are hoping to start a career with the State of Kansas.

Position: Corrections Officer I

Job Opening ID: 205667

Direct Link: https://jobs.sok.ks.gov/psp/sokhrprdcg/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=205667PostingSeq=1

Job Posting closes: Open Until Filled

Required documents uploaded by: Open Until Filled

Next Start Date: TBD. Paid Training!

All interested candidates must meet the minimum requirements. Feel free to contact the recruiter should you have any questions. We look forward to considering you for one of our open positions!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.26 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Staff exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 will be tested and followed up with.

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a felony conviction and/or a domestic violence conviction?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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