Idaho Department of Correction is a medium business in Idaho with one of the nation's best retirement systems and benefit packages (Benefits package is over $20,000 annually). We are challenging, rewarding, supportive and our goal is to find candidates who want to make a positive impact! Working with Idaho's incarcerated population, correctional officers carry out the day-to-day operations of correctional institutions and have a tremendous opportunity to make a difference in an incarcerated individual's life. Begin an exciting and rewarding career with an organization that truly makes a difference transforming the lives one person, one family, and one community at a time..

Our work environment includes:

On-the-job training
Wellness programs
Growth opportunities

The Correctional Officer manages and supervises the inmates in a correctional facility. The successful candidate will have experience in the criminal justice system and familiarity with work in a corrections environment. Correctional Officers are responsible for managing inmates and observing the activities of jail inmates, keeping a record of all activities, maintaining security and preventing disturbances.

Responsibilities:

Interact with diverse groups including inmates, family members, visitors, volunteers, and community representatives.
Identify and control hazards to ensure a safe environment for inmates, staff, volunteers, and visitors.
Maintain a safe environment for inmates by monitoring assigned areas for people and contraband.
Intervene if there is a situation that involves an inmate or visitor that could lead to injury or damage to property.
Report inappropriate situations to supervisors and follow the action plan.
Identify and report problems with cell blocks, corridors, and other areas of the facility.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $42,120.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

Signing bonus

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.85 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Idaho Department of Corrections

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