Corrections Unit Administrator I
Bachelor's
Master's
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Corrections Unit Administrator I
Pay Grade
15
Salary
$68,271.84 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections
Location
3111 Spurr Rd
Lexington, KY 40511 USA
Lexington, KY 40511 USA
Description
The Mission of Blackburn Correctional Complex (BCC), in accordance with the Department of Corrections is
twofold:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
All applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of employment.
Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.
If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.
- To promote public safety, secure incarceration from the community.
- To give felons the opportunities for the capability to contribute positively to society upon release through use of constructive classification, programs, and work assignment.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supervise employees within assigned units.
- Manage duties and ensure post coverage.
- Oversee casework needs within the unit.
- Serve on Institutional committees.
- Assist the Corrections Unit Administrator II as needed.
- Investigate and report on incidents, accidents and alleged policy violations.
All applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of employment.
Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.
If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Two years of experience in any operation or program within the field of corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, or social work dealing with the rehabilitation of offenders.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
A master's degree in corrections, criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, sociology, counseling and guidance, or a related field will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
Additional experience in any operation or program within the field of corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, or social work dealing with the rehabilitation of offenders will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE
Working Conditions
Work is generally performed within a correctional institution. Work environment is hazardous due to working in a state correctional facility with inmates.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Shayla Durham at Shayla.Durham@ky.gov
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
