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STATE CLASSIFICATION JOB DESCRIPTION |
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Salary Group B20 |
Class No. 4513 |
MAJOR OF CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs highly
advanced (senior-level) supervisory and administrative work directing staff
responsible for the care and custody of offenders. Work involves responsibility for the custody
and discipline of offenders and for industrial, vocational, and agricultural
work programs. May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others. Works under
minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and
independent judgment.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Supervises
correctional staff in the care, custody, and rehabilitation process for
offenders.
Supervises and provides security of
offenders performing technical skills such as construction, maintenance,
laundry, food service, and industrial and agricultural operations.
Supervises the preparation and maintenance of records, forms, and reports.
Supervises, instructs, trains, and counsels staff.
Directs searches of offenders, their
living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
Responds to emergency situations,
directs searches for escaped offenders, and transports offenders.
Evaluates offenders’ work and
conduct and makes recommendations for offenders being considered for
state-approved trustee status.
Participates in the formulation of
security and work procedures and escape and riot control plans.
Formulates and maintains work
schedules of correctional staff and offenders.
Oversees and directs administration
and correctional functions.
May plan, assign, and/or supervise
the work of others.
Performs related work as assigned.
GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Experience and Education
Experience in correctional custody
or law enforcement work. Graduation from a standard senior high school or
equivalent is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted
for one another.
Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities
Knowledge of the overall operation
of correctional facilities; of applicable policies, procedures, rules, and
regulations; and of correctional methods, techniques, practices, and
procedures.
Skill in directing the use, care,
and instruction of firearms and riot control equipment; in identifying and
resolving administrative security problems; and in coordinating facility
operations.
Ability to communicate effectively;
and to plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others.
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State Auditor’s Office |
Revised 9-1-09 |