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: Mondays through Fridays, 7:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation: Pay Grade 34, Step 10; $33.11/hour, $68,868.80/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

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Responsible for planning, developing, and conducting highly specialized orientation, basic corrections officer, Special Operations and Response Team (SORT), and in-service training programs to improve the knowledge, skills, and ability required of supervisory, security, clerical, technical, and other personnel employed at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility (ECF). Work is reviewed by Central Office Personnel and ECF Staff Development Manager continuously by observation, consultation, and review of written work for appropriateness and accuracy.

Job Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Responsible for determining Staff Development needs; developing, evaluating, and preparing Staff Development materials; scheduling, coordinating, and obtaining competent instructors for specific areas. Conducting Staff Development courses related to principles, methods, and techniques of modern penology and other support function on a daily basis. Work is reviewed periodically by supervisor through observation, discussion with staff, and written materials.

Responsible for monitoring all phases of the Staff Development program including the preparation, delivery, and evaluation by writing, reviewing, and revising lessons plans as needed. Responsible for providing all necessary training aids, audio visual equipment, and reference material, etc. by frequent contact with instructors. Supervisor reviews work by reading evaluation forms, Staff Development records, and feedback from staff to determine whether technical support was appropriate and adequate.

Responsible for documenting, preparing, and submitting all reports of activity for monitoring purposes that are involved with the Staff Development program by use of mandatory agency mechanisms. Supervisor and Central Office personnel will review for accuracy and compliance of agency policy and procedures. Supervises and conducts employee reviews for all newly hired staff while in training and monitors their performance throughout the training process. Responsible for managing, reviewing, and approving timesheet submissions for these employees.

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 or GED completion

Licensing & Certification: Have a valid driver's license and certification as a Corrections Officer by the Secretary of Corrections.

Minimum Qualifications: Must meet all minimum qualifications and necessary special requirements for COI (A); be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment; have three years of relevant experience in the field of corrections or in the detention of convicted offenders including one year of supervisory experience. At the discretion of the agency, college coursework in criminal justice, the behavioral sciences, or the social sciences, or completion of corrections officer training in another jurisdiction may be substituted for some or all of the required COTP and for some or all of the required non-supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Including the years listed in minimum qualifications, two years of experience in developing and delivering training materials and presentations.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must pass background check and drug test

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 67439-0107

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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• Academic transcripts/diplomas
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
• Kansas Tax Clearance certificate

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