Corrections Officer I (A)

Position: Corrections Officer I

Job Opening ID: 220362

Direct Link: https://jobs.sok.ks.gov/psp/sokhrprdcg/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=220362PostingSeq=1

Job Posting closes: Friday, April 10, 2026 at Midnight

Required documents uploaded by: Friday, April 10, 2026 at Midnight

Agency Information: Wichita Work Release Facility

www.doc.ks.gov/facilities/wwrf

About the Position:

Who can apply: Internal KDOC Candidates that meet the minimum requirements

Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Varied, TBD, Shift Work, Subject to rotation

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: KDOC, WWRF, Wichita, Officer, Security, COI, CO I

Compensation:

Hourly Pay Range: $23.31 Starting Salary

Pay is commensurate with experience, starting at Pay Grade 27, Step 10.

Internal COI candidate will transfer to WWRF at their current Pay Grade / Step.

Employment Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Participant in the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Fitness Center
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

A Corrections Officer I supervises and maintains discipline and control of residents at all times. Performs searches and shakedowns of residents, persons, and physical areas in order to prevent and control secretion of contraband. Observes and monitors resident activities and interactions while enforcing policy, rules, and regulations. Follows established security procedure in controlling visitors, staff, resident, and vehicular traffic to prevent the admittance or exit of authorized persons and the introduction of contraband. Takes and reports periodic counts of residents. Responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate contingency plans. Subject to regular rotation or post and/or shift assignment within the facility. Corrections Officers are required to weapons qualify under KDOC guidelines during initial training and on an annual basis.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Supervise residents in a minimum security prison setting, maintain discipline and control
• Enforce policy, rules, and regulations
• Perform searches and shakedowns
• Observe and monitor resident activities and interactions
• Deal effectively with individuals
• Complete list of duties and essential functions available by contacting the recruiter listed below

View the full Position Description by contacting the Recruiter listed below. Multiple positions may be filled by this vacancy.

Qualifications:

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Licensing & Certification:

• Valid Driver’s License

Minimum Qualifications:

• Position open to current KDOC Corrections Officer I or higher wishing to make a transfer to Wichita Work Release Facility.
• Free from felony conviction(s); free of any felony and/or misdemeanor domestic violence crime, No DUI convictions within the last 24 months
  • Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
  • Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
  • Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Leslie Aldridge
• Email: Leslie.Aldridge@ks.gov
• Phone: 620/705-6020
• Mailing Address: 1806 Pinecrest Circle, Winfield, KS 67156

Job Application Process:

• First Sign in or register as a New User.
• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page:

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.