Correctional Officer

Correctional Officer State of Indiana

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Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Miami Correctional Facility

The Miami Correctional Facility is a maximum-security correctional facility for adult males located in Bunker Hill, Indiana. It is part of the Indiana Department of Correction and promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective re-entry opportunities. The facility offers educational programs, including a Braille translation program and a sewing shop that provides items for partner organizations.

Role Overview

As a Correctional Officer at the Miami Correctional Facility, you will work as part of a team in a maximum security IDOC facility. During a typical 12-hour shift you will maintain the security of the unit and the safety of staff and incarcerated individuals, while ensuring daily activities and programs proceed on schedule. The position requires working 85.75 hours during the two-week pay period, with shifts scheduled across seven total shifts, including one weekend shift.

Salary

This position starts at a $22 / hour base pay plus $2 / hour differential pay, equaling $2,058.00 biweekly or $53,508.00 annually. Candidates with relevant experience may qualify for higher base pay. These figures do not account for overtime.

A Day In The Life

• Monitor assigned areas at various intervals for security of incarcerated individuals, counts of incarcerated individuals, and security of buildings and grounds.
• Follow and ensure compliance with established security procedures.
• Manage incarcerated individuals in various work details, including general clean-up of institutional grounds and buildings.
• Escort incarcerated individuals to and from various locations across the facility for food, medicines, work assignments, and recreation.
• Keep records and make reports on movements, activities, and rule violations.
• Search housing areas, visitors, and other locations for possible unauthorized items.

What You'll Need For Success

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.

12 paid holidays, with 14 on election years.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations, contact the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov

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