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Correctional Officer

@ Commonwealth of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
$39k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Maintain security, Supervise inmate activities, Complete reports
Requirements Summary:High school graduate; valid driver’s license; must meet firearms requirements; able to work in a state correctional environment.
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5/5/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)




26-02076


Correctional Officer




Pay Grade
10




Salary


$39,127.68 Annually

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Employment Type


EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK





Hiring Agency


Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections




Location


3111 Spurr Road
Lexington, KY 40511 USA




Description


Creating a Better, Safer Kentucky




Do you want to kick-start your career in Criminal Justice? Look no further! The Kentucky Department of Corrections is seeking motivated individuals who are up for the challenge.



Correctional Officers fill a critical role within correctional institutions by working together as a team to
maintain safety and control of offenders.



Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Maintains control of the institution to provide safety and security of the facility inmates, staff, and
    general public by enforcing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Supervises inmate activities in housing units, dining areas, recreation and work areas.
  • Attends to the medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of the inmates.
  • Inspects and patrols the grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and for other security risks.
  • Completes required reports and daily logs.
  • Conducts inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Observation skills.
  • Be a team player.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure.


All applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of
firearms and ammunition at the time of employment.



Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to
other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.
If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for
addition-al information.





Minimum Requirements



EDUCATION:
High school graduate.




EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE




Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE




Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE




SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must be twenty years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. For the Department of Juvenile Justice, must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.





Working Conditions


Work environment is hazardous due to working in a state correctional facility with convicted felons or in a juvenile detention facility. May be exposed to hazards and dangers associated with operating a motor vehicle while providing transportation services.




Probationary Period


This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.




If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kasey Schank at [email protected].




An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D




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