Correctional Officer 1 FEMALE ONLY RECRUITMENT
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****NOW OFFERING A $10,000 HIRING BONUS. ****Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. The Department of Corrections, Division of Institutions, is recruiting for multiple Female Correctional Officer 1 positions for the Hiland Mountain Correctional Center (HMCC) located in Eagle River, Alaska.**Due to the needs of the Institution this Recruitment is for Female Applicants Only** Correctional Officers earn up to 16 days of paid leave for the first two years of employment, increasing after two (2) years based on years of service, as well as also receiving 11 paid holidays annually.This recruitment is for an 84-hour work week, with a schedule of week on/week off that alternate day/night shifts. What you will be doing:Correctional Officer 1 positions perform work under the immediate supervision of experienced staff and supervisors to learn the duties expected and perform skills for the custody, security, care and reformation of prisoners assigned to the department's custody. The incumbent participates in on-the- job and classroom training programs through the Department of Corrections Training Academy and Field Training Programs and performs assigned tasks at the entry level. During the first 12-14 months of employment, new Correctional Officers are provided structured field training within the prison and will attend a 7-week Correctional Officer Academy. After successfully completing the training and receiving the Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC) Correctional Officer Certificate, the incumbent will promote to the Correctional Officer 2 level.Our organization, mission, and culture:The Alaska Department of Corrections enhances the safety of our communities. We provide secure confinement, reformative programs, and a process of supervised community reintegration.The benefits of joining our team:At Hiland Mountain Correctional Center, you will be joining an elite group of dedicated individuals who work together to meet daily, weekly, monthly, and long-term goals for the benefit of the facility and the department. This position offers a valuable career opportunity with excellent benefits within the Department of Corrections. You are encouraged to apply if you are interested in advancing your career.The working environment you can expect:Hiland Mountain Correctional Center is the State of Alaska's dedicated facility for housing female prisoners. Located in Eagle River, Alaska, it is a peaceful, private, heavily wooded setting, with breathtaking views of the Chugach Mountains. The institution includes 11 buildings, containing approximately 120,000 square feet of space. It sits on 62.7 acres of land adjacent to Eagle River, Alaska. It has the capacity for approximately 400 prisoners.Who we are looking for:To be successful in the position, a candidate will need the following core competencies:Ability to follow oral and written instructions, knowledge of business software, and effectively communicate required information.Ability to learn and apply techniques of self-defense, firearms, appropriate force to protect oneself / others and act quickly in emergencies, including diffusing conflicts by utilizing sound judgment; andAbility to read and comprehend statutes, regulations, and procedures, apply them to specific situations, and explain procedures and requirements to the public, others, and the inmate population.To truly excel in this position, a candidate will have or develop the following competencies:Assist with maintaining order and discipline, operate security control room, learn and apply techniques of handling unruly and violent prisoners, using the minimum force necessary, in resolving situations, and routine security checks and inspections; andAssist in creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the rehabilitation of prisoners.