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 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: Grade 32, Step 10, $30.03/hour, $62,462.40/annually

• Offered salary will be determined by experience, qualifications, and skill set that the candidate brings to the position. Please contact Recruitment Coordinator for further details.

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

This is first-line supervisory corrections work. Incumbents in this class supervise lower-level officers at a corrections facility which includes supervision and oversight of a specific security program, operations of a control center and security activities in a cellhouse and/or other specific areas. Incumbents in this class are certified Corrections Officers and exercise delegated statutory powers.

Job Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Serves as Officer-in-Charge of a cellhouse, dormitory, or a living unit annex; supervision of subordinate Corrections Officers and/or residents; assigned to work on any shift or post which may change in accordance with needs of the facility. Ensures that ordered, disciplined, secure, sanitary, and safe conditions are established and maintained. Engages in or supervises the taking and reporting of periodic counts of residents to ensure that all are present and accounted for. Shakedown (or supervises the shakedown of) residents and conducts (or supervises) searches in order to prevent and control secretion of contraband. Supervises daily resident activity schedules.

Works to modify for improvement of antisocial attitudes in residents; serves as a positive role model through skillful communication, maintaining a neat and well-groomed appearance, and by consistently presenting a high level of deportment. Advises, counsels, and otherwise assists security personnel with occupational and/or personal problems, referring the individual when necessary to the appropriate department for further assistance. Attempts to resolve grievances and/or provides information to the employee on the procedures to follow for filing a formal grievance. Conducts briefing for all new residents assigned to a cellhouse, dormitory, or living unit annex and provides them with information on the policies and procedures to be following while assigned to that unit; provides residents their living assignment.

Prepares Workers’ Compensation reports for work-related injuries of subordinates, Incident Reports, Disciplinary Reports, recurring and resident progress reports in accordance with State regulations, Kansas Department of Corrections Internal Management Policies and Procedures (IMPPs), Ellsworth Correctional Facility General Orders, Warden’s memoranda, and orders of direct supervisors. Responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate emergency plans.

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 IA; be at least 20 years of age at time of appointment; have two years 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 the required COTP.

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

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.

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law.

If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions.

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.

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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

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