Work for Indiana and join one of the largest employers in the state. As a Correctional Officer at the Pendleton Correctional facility, you will be responsible for working as a part of a team in a maximum security Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) facility for adult males.
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
- Veteran/law enforcement candidates are encouraged to apply
- 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
