Municipal Corrections Officer

Summary

The City of Kodiak is recruiting for a full-timeMunicipal CorrectionsOfficerUnder general supervision, this position oversees the safety and security of the Kodiak Community Jail and the individuals being detained. Specific responsibilities include: supervising prisoners; booking and releasing prisoners; conducting searches of prisoners and the facility; dispensing meals and medications; cleaning and disinfecting jail facilities; monitoring individuals assigned to both sentenced and pre-sentenced electronic monitoring programs; and ensuring the jail has adequate supplies.The Municipal Corrections Officer must be characterized by unquestionable personal and professional character and integrity, be free of cultural and ethnic bias, maintain a strong ethical code in both personal and professional life, desire to diligently protect and serve the community through courage, compassion and respect, and display personal conduct above reproach.The Police Department provides quality law enforcement services to the community and assistance to citizens who request services that may be related to the well-being of life, health, and property. The Municipal Corrections Officer must perform these duties in a manner that reflects positively on the City and the Department. Minimum Qualifications Employees must meet and maintain the minimum standards for certification as a municipal corrections officer as set out in statute by the Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC). Must be at least 19 years of age. High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) and up to one year of corrections experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Licensing Requirements Valid Alaska Drivers License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hireAbility to attend and successfully complete the Municipal Corrections Officer Training AcademyPossess or ability to obtain the basic APSC Municipal Corrections Officer CertificationPossess or ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens certificationsObtain and maintain an Alaska Public Safety Information System (APSIN) security clearanceAbility to obtain certification in less-lethal tools and defensive tacticsEEO Employer#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

The City of Kodiak is recruiting for a full-timeMunicipal CorrectionsOfficerUnder general supervision, this position oversees the safety and security of the Kodiak Community Jail and the individuals being detained. Specific responsibilities include: supervising prisoners; booking and releasing prisoners; conducting searches of prisoners and the facility; dispensing meals and medications; cleaning and disinfecting jail facilities; monitoring individuals assigned to both sentenced and pre-sentenced electronic monitoring programs; and ensuring the jail has adequate supplies.The Municipal Corrections Officer must be characterized by unquestionable personal and professional character and integrity, be free of cultural and ethnic bias, maintain a strong ethical code in both personal and professional life, desire to diligently protect and serve the community through courage, compassion and respect, and display personal conduct above reproach.The Police Department provides quality law enforcement services to the community and assistance to citizens who request services that may be related to the well-being of life, health, and property. The Municipal Corrections Officer must perform these duties in a manner that reflects positively on the City and the Department. Minimum Qualifications Employees must meet and maintain the minimum standards for certification as a municipal corrections officer as set out in statute by the Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC). Must be at least 19 years of age. High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) and up to one year of corrections experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Licensing Requirements Valid Alaska Drivers License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hireAbility to attend and successfully complete the Municipal Corrections Officer Training AcademyPossess or ability to obtain the basic APSC Municipal Corrections Officer CertificationPossess or ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens certificationsObtain and maintain an Alaska Public Safety Information System (APSIN) security clearanceAbility to obtain certification in less-lethal tools and defensive tacticsEEO Employer#J-18808-Ljbffr