Work for Indiana and join the State of Indiana as a Correctional Officer at the Putnamville Correctional Facility. You will be responsible for maintaining the security of the unit and the safety of staff and incarcerated individuals, while ensuring daily activities and programs proceed on schedule. The position offers a range of benefits and a competitive salary.
Requirements
- Possession of a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE)
- At least eighteen (18) years of age
- Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation
- Must test negative on all drug screenings
- Ability to work with and around incarcerated individuals per DOC mission statement
- Ability to work mandatory/voluntary overtime in any shift; up to 16 consecutive hours per day
- Ability to understand and utilize chemical agents properly
- Ability to communicate effectively, including giving clear directions to incarcerated individuals, completion of incarcerated individual/conduct reports etc.
- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to apply as needed
Benefits
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
