Corrections Officer I (A)

at  The State of Kansas

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent
Licensing & Certification: Valid Driver’s License.
Minimum Qualifications: At least 18 years of age at the time of appointment, must pass a Criminal Background Check
Selection Process: Applicants selected for interview will be evaluated by an interview panel using performance/behavior based interview questions. The interview panel will make recommendations to the Warden for final approval. A second interview may be conducted. Applicants will be subject to background check and criminal history investigation; must pass a drug screen and a TB test unless promoting, transferring, or demoting from another safety sensitive position within the same agency; and possess a valid Driver’s License.
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate Required: Each applicant (even non-residents) applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue’s website. A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual’s account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact 785-296-3199.
E-Verify: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job officer and complete the form.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE ELIGIBLE (VPE): FORMER MILITARY PERSONNEL OR THEIR SPOUSE THAT HAVE BEEN VERIFIED AS A “VETERAN”; UNDER K.S.A. 73-201 WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW IF THEY MEET THE MINIMUM COMPETENCY FACTORS OF THE POSITION. THE VETERANS’ PREFERENCE LAWS DO NOT GUARANTEE THE VETERAN A JOB. POSITIONS ARE FILLED WITH THE BEST QUALIFIED CANDIDATE AS DETERMINE BY THE HIRING MANAGER.

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Supervises and maintains discipline and control of inmates at all times. Performs searches of inmates, persons, and physical areas in order to prevent and control contraband. Observes and monitors inmates, activities, and interactions while enforcing policies, rules, and regulations. Follows established security procedures in controlling visitor, staff, inmate, and vehicular traffic to prevent the admittance or exit of authorized persons and the introduction of contraband; and takes and reports periodic counts of inmates. Responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate contingency plans. Subject to regular rotation or post and/or shift assignment within the facility. Corrections Officers are required to weapons qualify under KDOC guidelines during initial training and on an annual basis. Corrections Officer IA’s are evaluated on their ability to observe and recall inmate behavior, surroundings, and events; write clear and complete sentences; quickly respond to emergencies, climb stairs, and use physical force to subdue violent and resisting inmates; remain alert over long periods of time; remain calm during stressful situations; and interact with inmates and co-workers to establish and maintain effective working relationships. The incumbent must be capable of performing Essential Physical Functions. An initial 12-month probationary period is required for new Corrections Officers.