Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Agency Information: Ellsworth Correctional Facility, 1607 State Street, Ellsworth KS 67439

About the Position

• Who can apply: Those who meet the minimum qualifications (External Posting)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Shift Work
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation: $56,118.40/annually, $26.98/hour

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

The primary mission of this position is to protect and serve the public members of Kansas. The secondary mission is to foster change in the resident population through appropriate behavior modeling, problem solving, communication skills and work ethics. This position serves a critical role in the overall operations of the facility by providing immediate supervision to all levels of the resident population during a routine shift and resolving problems or responding to emergencies within the compound in a judicious, expedient manner with the goal of creating a safe living and working environment. Ultimately the goal is to modify the incarcerated resident behavior to acceptable levels so that they may eventually, if judged appropriately by the laws of Kansas, re-enter society and become productive members that no longer prey on others.

This is full performance corrections work enforcing designated laws, rules, and regulations in a corrections facility and providing functional supervision to lower-level Corrections Officers. Incumbent may serve as member of a unit team providing input into the rehabilitation of members within the unit. Incumbent in this class is a certified Corrections Officer and exercises delegated statutory powers.

A full Position Description and required Essential/Event Driven Physical Functions for this classification can be obtained by contacting the recruiter listed below.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED

Licensing & Certification: Valid driver's license

Minimum Qualifications: Must meet all minimum qualifications and necessary special requirements for CO I(A); have a minimum of one year of relevant experience in the field of corrections or in the detention of convicted offenders; and have successfully completed the Corrections Officer Training Program (COTP). At the discretion of the agency, relevant college coursework or completion of corrections officer training in another jurisdiction may be substituted for some or all of the required COTP.

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of subordinate personnel. Knowledge of procedures and practices of supervising residents confined in an adult maximum correctional facility; and ability to use physical force as warranted to subdue violent residents.

Selection Process: Applicants selected for an 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.

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 offer and complete the form.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Christine Orr

Email: christine.orr@ks.gov

Phone: 785-472-6295

Mailing Address:

Ellsworth Correctional Facility

P.O. Box 107

Ellsworth, KS 67439

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

On your Careers - My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and replace if needed:

• Transcripts
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
• Kansas Tax Clearance

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