Corrections Officer I
Position Summary:
Supervises and maintains discipline and control of resident's at all times. Performs searches of resident's person and physical areas in order to prevent and control secretion or contraband. Observes and monitors resident's activities and interactions while enforcing policy, rules and regulations. Follows established security procedure in controlling visitors, staff, resident and vehicular traffic to prevent the admittance or exit of unauthorized persons and the introductions of contraband. Takes and reports periodic counts of residents. Responds to emergency situations on accordance with appropriate contingency plans. Subject to regular rotation of 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 I (A)s are evaluated on their ability to observe and recall inmate behavior, surroundings and events; write clear and complete sentences; respond to emergencies quickly, climb stairs and use physical force to subdue violent and resisting residents; remain alert over long periods of time; remain calm during stressful situations; and interact with residents and co-workers to establish and maintain effective working relationships. The incumbent must be capable of preforming Essential Physical Functions. An initial 12-month probationary period is required for new Corrections Officers.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Supervise, maintain discipline and control of residents at all times.
- Shake down physical areas of the facility and perform pat downs of residents to prevent and control the secreting of contraband.
- Applies mechanical restraints when necessary.
- Observes resident activity and interactions in the area of responsibility while enforcing policies, rules and regulations.
- Conduct and report periodic counts of residents.
- Reports incidents and behavior that deviate from the resident’s general profile or that could cause an immediate problem.
- Responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate contingency plans.