Senior Correctional Officer
Job details
- Location
- Newton, Iowa
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $51,979 - $77,709/yr
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
Job Description
This position is for permanent Iowa Department of Corrections and Community Based Corrections employees. Those in any other status are not eligible to apply.
Newton, Iowa is a progressive, family friendly community, a shining star of Central Iowa and a place to call home. Whether you’re raising a family, starting a business or building a home, you’ll want to get to know Newton. The community has many great amenities aside from excellent schools. Unique entertainment, beautiful art displays and parks, and great attractions for families to enjoy.Centrally located in Iowa, just off I-80, Newton, www.newtongov.org, boasts a diverse array of shopping, recreational and dining choices, both locally and within short driving distances. Des Moines is just 35 miles west, Ames is 62 miles NW, and Iowa City is 87 miles east. “America’s Dutch Treasure”, Pella, www.pella.org, lies just 23 miles to the southeast. Enjoy camping, boating, fishing and swimming activities at nearby Lake Red Rock, www.redrockarea.com, 20 miles south. Take in some fast-paced action at an Indy Car or NASCAR race at the Iowa Speedway, www.iowaspeedway.com, or visit the Sprint Car Capital of the World, www.knoxvilleraceway.com , just 25 miles south in nearby Knoxville.
At Newton Correctional Facility, we offer a wide range of career opportunities in various departments; i.e., Security, Treatment, Medical, Administrative, Business, Records, Maintenance/Trades, Warehousing, Food Service and other support areas. Join our team of dedicated professionals who provide an environment that facilitates change for incarcerated individuals as they prepare for release. Come be a part of creating opportunities for safer communities. You’ll find an exceptional workplace where mutual respect and support are part of the culture.
Senior Correctional Officer duties include
Maintain counts of incarcerated individuals on a regular basis.
Maintain security and order among incarcerated individuals at the facility.
Supervises and observes incarcerated individual's behavior, including at the off ground work sites.
Makes behavioral records of incarcerated individuals for other staff use.
Writes reports for incarcerated individual's misconduct. Perform investigative action of incarcerated individual's activities.
Escort incarcerated individuals to jail and other institutions.
Performs and monitors security procedures while checking incarcerated individuals in and out.
Direct Supervision:
Performs through a pat and strip searches of incarcerated individuals.
Performs thorough searches of incarcerated individuals living unit.
Supervises incarcerated individuals using Core Correctional Practices techniques.
Observes, notifies, properly documents and takes other necessary action of incarcerated individual's activities, i.e. relationships, depression, suicidal gestures, etc.
Ensures that incarcerated individuals follow rules and regulations and keep their areas clean and nest.
Perform investigations.
Manage disciplinary reports.
Oversee Administrative Segregation classifications.
Manage off ground incarcerated individual's worker process.
All or some of the duties: Key control, Armory, Security radios, tool control, receiving and discharge.
Work Schedule: 1:30pm - 9:30pm, Tuesday - Saturday with Sunday and Monday off.
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
- Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency, and experience equal to one year of full-time work as a correctional officer.
- Two years of full-time work experience as a law enforcement officer.
- Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Correctional Food Service Coordinator, State Industries Technician, or position whose duties included leading/directing incarcerated individuals and security work (e.g., conducting shakedowns, escorting incarcerated individuals, quelling disturbances, etc.)
Benefits
Why Choose the State of Iowa?
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Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:
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Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.
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Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS.
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
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Supplemental Questions
Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.
- Yes - I understand and agree
- No
Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?
- No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
- Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
- I have not graduated from high school/G.E.D. equivalency
- Less than one year of experience as a correctional officer
- One year or more of experience as a correctional officer
- I do not have any experience as a law enforcement officer
- Less than two years of experience as a law enforcement officer
- Two years or more of experience as a law enforcement officer
- I am not a State of Iowa employee
- I am a State of Iowa employee but do not have experience in the identified areas
- Less than 18 months of experience in the identified areas
- 18 months or more of experience in the identified areas
- No I am not a current permanent employee of the Department of Corrections - State of Iowa
- Yes I am a current permanent employee of the Department of Corrections - State of Iowa
- Yes, I am a permanent employee of Iowa Community Based Corrections
- No, I am not a permanent employee of Iowa Community Based Corrections
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerState of IowaAgency 245 Corrections - Newton Correctional Facility Address 307 S 60th Ave WBox 218
Newton, Iowa, 50208 Website https://doc.iowa.gov/find-facility/iowa-doc-districts-and-facilities/ncf