Correctional Officer

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Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you\’ll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work‑life balance. Most importantly, you\’ll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Edinburgh Correctional Facility

As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Edinburgh Correctional Facility promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re‑entry. We strive to model best correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity and professionalism. The facility is a minimum‑security correctional facility for adult males located in Edinburgh, Indiana. Work crews support Camp Atterbury and other community and state agencies. The goal is to provide labor support for the military, local community, and other state agencies while also providing incarcerated individuals with programs, education, services, and job assignments that promote self‑improvement, growth, and positive change for a successful return to the community.

Role Overview

As a Correctional Officer at the Edinburgh Correctional Facility, you will be part of a team in a minimum‑security IDOC facility for adult males. During a typical 12‑hour shift, you will maintain the security of the unit and the safety of staff and incarcerated individuals, while ensuring daily activities and programs proceed on schedule. During the two‑week pay period, Correctional Officers work 85.75 hours, consisting of 7 shifts, including 1 weekend shift.

Salary Statement

This position starts at a $22/hour base pay, equating to $1,886.50 biweekly or $49,049.00 annually. Candidates with relevant experience may qualify for a higher base pay. These figures do not account for overtime.

A Day In The Life

• Monitor assigned areas at various intervals for security of incarcerated individuals, count of incarcerated individuals, and security of buildings and grounds.
• Follow and ensure compliance with established security procedures.
• Manage incarcerated individuals in various work details including general clean‑up of institutional grounds and buildings.
• Escort incarcerated individuals to and from various locations across the facility for food, medicines, work assignments, and recreation.
• Keep records and make reports on such matters as incarcerated individuals movements, activities, and rule violations.
• Search incarcerated individuals housing areas and visitors for possible unauthorized items.

What You\’ll Need For Success

• 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 and completing incarcerated individual/conduct reports.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to apply as needed.

You Must Satisfy The Following Requirements To Continue Employment

• Ability to successfully complete the personal protection training.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

This role provides supervision for incarcerated individuals and requires a high level of judgment and care.

Difficulty Of Work

Your work is physically, emotionally and mentally demanding. As a Correctional Officer you must maintain constant vigilance for periods of up to sixteen (16) hours at a time. The environment can be stressful with a threat of physical harm or injury to yourself, coworkers, incarcerated individuals, and/or the general public due to errors in judgement.

Physical Effort

Depending on the duties performed or environment setting, frequent walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and/or similar movements may be involved. This role requires keen observational and hearing skills to stay alert for possible dangerous situations.

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

Position Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industries: Government Administration