Correctional Officer

Work as a Correctional Officer at the Logansport Juvenile Correctional Facility, responsible for maintaining security and safety of the unit and its occupants, ensuring daily activities and programs proceed on schedule. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and work-life balance.

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
• 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