Correctional Officer

　　Date Posted: Feb 7, 2024

　　Requisition ID: 436162

　　Location:

　　Westville, IN, US, 46391

　　Work for Indiana

　　Grow your career with the State of Indiana! With more than 50 executive branch agencies, the State of Indiana is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging projects across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a State of Indiana employee, you impact the well-being of Indiana’s communities every day.

　　At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion - Our goal is to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace, with a workforce that is representative of the State of Indiana population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, 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.

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　　About Westville Correctional Facility:

　　As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Westville 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 Westville Correctional Facility is a multi-level security Correctional facility for adult males. The Westville Correctional Facility is located in Westville, Indiana.

　　Role Overview:

　　As a Correctional Officer at the Westville Correctional Facility, you will be responsible for working as a part of a team in a multi-level security Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) facility for adult males. 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 7 total shifts, including 1 weekend.

　　Salary: This position pays $22/hour. On average, a Correctional Officer is scheduled to work approximately 85.75 hours per 2 week pay period, equating to a salary of $1,886.50 biweekly or $49,049 annually. 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 assignment, 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 offenders 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 offenders, completion of offender/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.

　　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

　　Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

　　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

　　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 recruit, select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

　　If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

　　The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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