What are the responsibilities and job description for the Juvenile Corrections Officer position at Kansas Department of Corrections?
Starting Salary: $48,963.20 annually
Start a career where you can make a difference every day. The Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) is hiring Correctional Officers to help maintain a safe, secure, and professional environment while supporting rehabilitation and positive change.
Pay & Benefits
- Starting salary of $48,963.20 per year
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Kansas retirement benefits
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Career advancement and promotional opportunities
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Stable state employment with excellent work-life balance
What You'll Do
As a Correctional Officer, you'll play a vital role in maintaining the safety and security of the facility while interacting professionally with residents and fellow staff.
Responsibilities include:
- Supervise residents in housing units, work assignments, recreation, and dining areas
- Maintain safety, security, and order throughout the facility
- Conduct resident counts, searches, and security inspections
- Monitor behavior and prepare reports on incidents and daily activities
- Escort residents within and outside the facility as needed
- Enforce facility rules and policies consistently and professionally
- Respond to emergencies using approved safety procedures
- Operate security equipment and maintain accountability of keys, radios, restraints, and other issued equipment
- Provide first aid or CPR when necessary
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Successfully complete the written exam and physical fitness test
- Pass a background investigation, medical examination, and drug screening
- No felony convictions
- No DUI convictions within the past 24 months
- No drug use or possession convictions within the past 60 months
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in corrections, law enforcement, military, or security
- CPR/First Aid certification
- Correctional Officer Certification (earned through KDOC Basic Training and maintained annually)
Work Location:
Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex
1430 NW 25th Street
Topeka, KS 66618
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,963.20 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $48,963