Correctional Officer

As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Branchville 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 Branchville Correctional Facility is a medium security Correctional facility for adult males. Branchville Correctional Facility is located in Branchville, Indiana. At the Branchville Correctional Facility, incarcerated individuals have multiple opportunities for educational and vocational skills training, including woodworking and sewing, with the items they produce often going to community organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.  

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• 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, completion of incarcerated individual/conduct reports etc. 
• 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. 

Why Join Us?

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: 

• 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
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

How to Apply

If you’re ready to support your community through meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you! Apply online today and help us create opportunities through the power of work.