The Indiana Department of Correction is seeking a Correctional Officer to join the team at Wabash Valley Correctional Facility, a multi-level security facility for adult males. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the security of the unit and the safety of staff and incarcerated individuals, ensuring daily activities and programs proceed on schedule. You’ll work as a critical part of a team dedicated to public safety and effective re-entry.
What You'll Do
- Monitor assigned areas at various intervals for the security and count of incarcerated individuals and the 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 matters such as incarcerated individuals' movements, activities, and rule violations.
- Search incarcerated individuals' housing areas and visitors for possible unauthorized items.
What We're Looking For
- Possession of a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
- At least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Willingness 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 and completing conduct reports.
- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to apply them as needed.
- Ability to successfully complete the personal protection training.
Nice to Have
- Veteran or law enforcement candidates are encouraged to apply.
Benefits & Compensation
- $22/hour base pay + $2/hour differential pay, equating to $2,058.00 biweekly or $53,508.00 annually. Candidates with relevant experience may qualify for higher base pay.
- 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.
- 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.
Work Mode
This position is onsite at the Wabash Valley Correctional Facility in Carlisle, Indiana.
The Indiana Department of Correction promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. We strive to model best Correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
