Correctional Officer 1

Job Description

Job Description

PLEASE NOTE THIS JOB POSTING IS A STATEWIDE POSTING. YOU CAN SELECT THE FACILITIES IN THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS ON THE WORKPLACE ALASKA JOB POSTING DIRECTLY.

Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 5%.  The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.

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. 

 
This is a continuous recruitment posting, if you have already applied for a Correctional Officer position, there is no need to reapply.

Correctional Officers earn up to 16 days of paid leave for the first two years of employment, increasing after two (2) years based on years of service, as well as also receiving 11 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."

What You Will Be Doing:

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:

The mission of the Alaska Department of Corrections is to promote public safety. Our division provides secure confinement, access to reformative programs and offender management planning that promotes successful community reentry.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

Correctional Officers receive up to 16 days of paid leave in their first two years of employment, which increases based on years of service. Additionally, they receive 12 paid holidays annually.

This recruitment is for an 84-hour work week, with a "week on/week off" schedule that alternates between day and night shifts.

Moving and relocation incentives may be available to the selected candidates.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

Our facilities operate 24/7, 365 days a year, offering dynamic work environments with opportunities for career advancement and specialized training programs exclusive to the Alaska Department of Corrections. Serving the Great State of Alaska, our facilities house unsentenced, sentenced, and Federal inmates. We have a dedicated staff that includes medical professionals, acute psychiatric medical personnel, and other experts. If you seek a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can make a real difference, the Alaska Department of Corrections might be the right place for you!

Who We Are Looking For:

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; and
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; and
Assist in creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the rehabilitation of prisoners.

The Department of Corrections is seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join our team. With 13 facilities statewide, we house over 4,664 offenders and employ more than 1,000 staff, including Correctional Officers and support staff. If you are passionate about making a difference and maintaining safety, we would love to hear from you. Join us in positively impacting our communities!

In the Supplemental Questions, you can choose your preferred location(s) from facilities listed below.

• Bethel - Yukon Kuskokwim Correctional Center
• Eagle River - Hiland Mountain Correctional Center
• Fairbanks - Fairbanks Correctional Center
• Juneau - Lemon Creek Correctional Center
• Kenai - Wildwood Correctional Center
• Kechikan - Ketchikan Correctional Center
• Mat-Su Pretrial - Mat-Su Pretrial
• Palmer - Palmer Correctional Center
• Seward - Spring Creek Correctional Center
• Wasilla/Pt. Mackenzie - Goose Creek Correctional Center