Correctional Officer 1 (Wasilla, AK)

Correctional Officer 1 Positions

Are you looking to start a new, exciting, fulfilling career that's more than just a job? Are you interested in Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice? The Department of Corrections is recruiting for multiple Correctional Officer 1 positions for the Goose Creek Correctional Complex (GCCC) located in Wasilla, Alaska.

Embark on a career in Corrections with numerous training and promotion paths. As a correctional officer, you will play a vital role in reforming those in custody and helping them positively contribute to society. Start a rewarding career with growth prospects and make a meaningful impact in our community. We look forward to welcoming you!

New Correctional Officers undergo 12-14 months of structured field training and attend a seven-week Correctional Officer Academy. After completing training and receiving the APSC Correctional Officer Certificate, you will be promoted to Correctional Officer 2.

Our mission, values, and culture are centered around providing a secure environment for staff and offenders that promotes public safety and provides an opportunity for staff development, and reformative offender programming to ensure safety and efficient resources management.

Benefits of joining our team include up to 16 days of paid leave for the first two years of employment, increasing after 2 years based on years of service, as well as 12 paid holidays annually. This recruitment is for an 84-hour work week, with a schedule of "week on/week off" that alternates "day/night shifts." Moving and relocation incentives may be available to the selected candidates.

The working environment you can expect includes being part of the newest addition to the Alaska State prison system, located in the MatSu Valley. The facility spans 435,000 square feet, with five buildings on a 90-acre site. It can house up to 1,472 inmates and is staffed by 354 professionals. GCCC features a state-of-the-art medical department with a dialysis unit and the largest kitchen in the state, preparing 4,224 meals daily.

To be successful in the position, a candidate will need the following core competencies: ability to follow oral and written instructions, knowledge of business software, and effectively communicate required information. Ability to learn and apply techniques of self-defense, firearms, appropriate force to protect oneself/others and act quickly in emergencies, including diffusing conflicts by utilizing sound judgment. Ability to read and comprehend statutes, regulations, and procedures, apply them to specific situations, and explain procedures and requirements to the public, others, and the inmate population.

To truly excel in this position, a candidate will have or develop the following competencies: assist with maintaining order and discipline, operate security control room, learn and apply techniques of handling unruly and violent prisoners, using the minimum force necessary, in resolving situations, and routine security checks and inspections. Assist in creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the rehabilitation of prisoners.