What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrections Officer position at County of Kent?
Job Responsibilities
- We are excited to announce a lateral pay incentive for new hires with consecutive work experience as a full time Corrections Officer.
$29.44: less than 12 months experience as a full time Corrections Officer
$30.40: 12-23 months as a full-time Corrections Officer
$31.36: 24-35 months as a full-time Corrections Officer
$32.30: 36-47 months as a full-time Corrections Officer
$33.26: 48-59 months as a full-time Corrections Officer
$34.22: 60 or more months as a full-time Corrections Officer
The Kent County Correctional Facility is offering excellent opportunities for individuals interested in a career in the criminal justice field. The successful candidates will work in a modern, 1477 bed correctional facility and will function as part of a highly motivated, team-oriented group of corrections professionals. Corrections Officers work in both direct and indirect supervision housing units. While assigned to a direct supervision housing unit, officers are solely responsible for the general supervision, safety and custody of up to 64 inmates per unit of the Kent County Jail. Duties include observing inmate activities to detect unusual or prohibited behavior; monitoring the distribution of medication; conducting inmate counts; responding to calls for assistance; and preparing written incident reports. Individuals will conduct searches of inmates and cells, and supervise inmate workers, recreational activities, and visitations. Corrections Officers must be able to work independently and use sound judgment in stressful situations.
Please note: Candidates that are hired into this position must live within 24 miles of the Kent County border within 1 year.
- This position is referral bonus eligible.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include high school diploma or GED. Good interpersonal skills and knowledge of practical conflict resolution. Working knowledge of security practices and procedures. Ability to interact positively with a culturally diverse inmate population, staff and the general public. Must possess sufficient strength and mobility to physically search inmates and inmate living quarters, restrain or subdue inmates and/or remove inmates involuntarily from any location within the facility. Must be able to stand and/or walk for entire shift in order to observe and interact with inmates.
Must have valid, unrestricted Michigan Driver's license.
Following the steps below will help applicants stay on track and monitor their progress through this employment process. Failure to successfully complete any step will eliminate the applicant from further consideration.
Steps to follow include:
1) Empco written examination completed (see information provided below).
2) LCOPAT physical agility test completed (see information provided below).
Examination through Empco, Inc: The Empco written exam must be completed in order to be considered for hire - it does not have to be completed in order to be interviewed. To register for the written examination or for more information on requirements, test dates, test locations and testing fee, visit the Empco, Inc. website at http://www.empco.net/
Local Corrections Officer Physical Ability Test (LCOPAT): The Local Corrections Officer Physical Ability Test (LCOPAT) must be completed in order to be considered for hire - it does not have to be completed in order to be interviewed. For more information on requirements, test dates, test locations and testing fee, visit http://www.misctc.org/
Important Work Schedule Information:
During the initial 12-month probationary period, new Corrections Officers will be assigned and rotate through each of these shifts:
Additional Information
Kent County takes pride in living our values to foster a true sense of belonging among all of our staff. Please take a moment to review our Core Values. https://accesskent.com/Departments/HumanResources/pdfs/KC-Core-Values.pdf
Don't take our word for it that Kent County is a great place to work and thrive. Watch this video on why our staff have made us their employer of choice.
Benefit Summary
Kent County Deputy Sheriff's Association
Effective January 1, 2023
Prescription Provider – Capital Rx
20% of total health care premium per month – pretax
Eligible for non-smoking and wellness exam incentives
Medical benefits will become effective first day of the month after hire.
BENEFIT ELECTION FORM MUST BE RETURNED TO
HUMAN RESOURCES WITHIN 4 DAYS OF HIRE.
See union contract for further details. Accrual must show on paycheck before time can be used.
New employees: Pro-rated portion of 40 hours upon completion of 6 months of service.
May accumulate up to 120 hours.
See contract for details on excess paid time off
Sickness & Accident Plan
1st day of accident or 8th day of illness
67% of gross wages; 26 week benefit
Eligible after 6 months of service credit
Eligible for one-time S&A Supplement Bank of 48 hours.
Long Term Disability
60% of normal gross straight time wages up to $5,000 monthly; 180 day waiting period
Probation Period
12 months
Promotion Probation
First 6 months following date of classification change
Holidays
January 1st - 80 hours
Call in Pay
Guaranteed 2 hours paid at time and one-half
Merit Increases
See contract for merit levels
Clothing Allowance
Non-uniformed officers and sergeants will receive $400 per year, paid quarterly
Employee contribution is 10.98% of pre-tax earnings
Based on years of service, employees may be eligible for a medical benefits premium supplement
- The above is a summary of benefits. For specific benefits information consult the collective bargaining agreement and the summary plan descriptions.
