Correctional Officer Trainee - Kilby
- Montgomery, AL
- $26.10-31.74 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Stands watch in halls or in wall towers to control movement of inmates.
- Supervises groups of inmates on work details in kitchens, shops, laundries, recreation areas; instructs inmates performing semi-skilled and unskilled manual assignments; checks inmates in and out of the institution.
- Inspects quarters for safety and sanitary conditions and for presence of contraband, searches inmates and visitors for contraband.
- Maintains constant alert and reports unusual conditions and disturbances; inspects doors, fences, and other security equipment.
- Makes regular and unscheduled inmate counts and constant checks on those supervised.
- Completes reports and keeps records of work progress, behavior of inmates, infractions of rules of conduct, and unusual occurrences.
- Drives transfer vehicle and inspects and keeps screens and other safety equipment in perfect condition.
- Explains to inmates rules, procedures, and services available at correctional institutions; assists inmates regarding personal problems, educational and vocational opportunities, and work assignments through day-to-day contacts.
- Observes inmate behavior and adjustment to a correctional environment; submits evaluation reports.
- Instructs inmates in personal hygiene, discipline, and proper etiquette.
- Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate (copy will be required during hiring process)
- Applicants must be 19 years of age or older
- Applicants must provide one of the following during the hiring process:
- Valid certification of having passed the Basic Ability Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement Officers (also called ACT WorkKeys). - OR -
- Proof of possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (copy of diploma and/or transcript will be required during hiring process).
- Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
- Applicants must possess a valid driver license from their State of residency.
- Applicants must meet APOSTC requirements, designated agency training, and other specialized training during the probationary period. Includes the successful completion of a 10-week training program at the ADOC Training Center located in Selma, Alabama.
- Applicants must participate in a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment (specific details of assessment can be accessed on the
- If an applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, their discharge must be under honorable conditions.
- Applicants are subject to assignment anywhere within the State.
- $12/day physically worked (estimated to be a $2,500 - $3,000 annual benefit)
- Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (employer/employee based)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health (Single/Family Coverage)
- Optional Dental (Single/Family Coverage)
- Optional Health and Supplemental Insurance Coverage
- Optional Cancer Policy
- Discounted Vision Care Program
- Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax dollars for qualified Medical Expense and Dependent Care)
- 12 Holidays per year
- 1 Personal leave day per year or Mardi Gras Holiday (Baldwin and Mobile counties only)
- 13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
- 13 to 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
- 168 Hours of military leave per year