Correctional Officer 2 (SW26.03B)

Job Description

Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 5%.  The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.

Are you looking to expand your current experience in Corrections and/or Law Enforcement?

Want a job that's challenging and rewarding at the same time?

The Department of Corrections is recruiting for multiple Correctional Officer 2 positions.

This is a continuous recruitment posting, if you have already applied for a Correctional Officer position, there is no need to reapply.

Correctional Officers earn up to 16 days of paid leave for the first two years of employment, increasing after two (2) years based on years of service, as well as also receiving 11 paid holidays annually.

This recruitment is for an 84-hour work week, with a schedule of "week on/week off" that alternates "day/night shifts."

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What You Will Be Doing:

Embark on a career in Corrections with numerous training and promotion paths. As a correctional officer, you will play a vital role in reforming those in custody and helping them positively contribute to society. Start a rewarding career with growth prospects and make a meaningful impact in our community. We look forward to welcoming you!

New Correctional Officer 2s undergo 12-14 months of structured field training and attend a seven-week Correctional Officer Academy. After completing training, you will receive certification as a Correctional Officer from the Alaska Police Standards Council.

Our Mission, Values, and Culture:

The mission of the Alaska Department of Corrections is to promote public safety. Our division provides secure confinement, access to reformative programs and offender management planning that promotes successful community reentry.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

Correctional Officers receive up to 16 days of paid leave in their first two years of employment, which increases based on years of service. Additionally, they receive 12 paid holidays annually.

This recruitment is for an 84-hour work week, with a "week on/week off" schedule that alternates between day and night shifts.

Moving and relocation incentives may be available to the selected candidates.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

Our facilities operate 24/7, 365 days a year, offering dynamic work environments with opportunities for career advancement and specialized training programs exclusive to the Alaska Department of Corrections. Serving the Great State of Alaska, our facilities house unsentenced, sentenced, and Federal inmates. We have a dedicated staff that includes medical professionals, acute psychiatric medical personnel, and other experts. If you seek a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can make a real difference, the Alaska Department of Corrections might be the right place for you!

Who We Are Looking For:

To be successful in the position, a candidate will need the following core competencies:

Ability to follow oral and written instructions, knowledge of business software, and effectively communicate required information.

Ability to learn and apply techniques of self-defense, firearms, appropriate force to protect oneself / others and act quickly in emergencies, including diffusing conflicts by utilizing sound judgment; and

Ability to read and comprehend statutes, regulations, and procedures, apply them to specific situations, and explain procedures and requirements to the public, others, and the inmate population.

To truly excel in this position, a candidate will have or develop the following competencies:

Assist with maintaining order and discipline, operate security control room, learn and apply techniques of handling unruly and violent prisoners, using the minimum force necessary, in resolving situations, and routine security checks and inspections; and

Assist in creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the rehabilitation of prisoners.

The Department of Corrections is seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join our team. With 13 facilities statewide, we house over 4,664 offenders and employ more than 1,000 staff, including Correctional Officers and support staff. If you are passionate about making a difference and maintaining safety, we would love to hear from you. Join us in positively impacting our communities!

In the Supplemental Questions, you can choose your preferred location(s) from facilities listed below.

Bethel - Yukon Kuskokwim Correctional Center -

Yukon Kuskokwim Correctional Center Home | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Eagle River:

Hiland Mountain Correctional Center | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Fairbanks -

Fairbanks Correctional Center Home | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Juneau - Lemon Creek Correctional Center -

Lemon Creek Correctional Center Home | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Kenai:

Wildwood Correctional Complex Home | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Ketchikan - Ketchikan Correctional Center -

Ketchikan Correctional Center | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Mat-Su Pretrial:

Mat-Su Pretrial Home | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Palmer - Palmer Correctional Center -

Palmer

Correctional Center Home | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Seward - Spring Creek Correctional Center -

Spring Creek Correctional Center Home | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Wasilla/Pt. Mackenzie - Goose Creek Correctional Center -

Goose Creek Correctional Center Home | Institutions | Alaska Department of Corrections

Minimum Qualifications

Successful completion of the Alaska Correctional Officer Academy, or equivalent program accredited by the Alaska Police Standards Council

AND

One year of experience learning and performing duties which support the custody, security, and rehabilitation of prisoners in an adult correctional institution. The required experience is met by service as a Correctional Officer 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Special Note:

At the time of employment: be 21 years of age and a United States citizen or a United States National; have a high school or home school diploma recognized or certified by a state or a local school district within a state as having met that state's graduation requirement; or have a General Educational Development certificate.

Appointment to Correctional Officer 2 is conditional, pending successful completion of a thorough background investigation, psychological evaluation, drug screening, and medical examination.

This class series is considered technical/paraprofessional for purposes of evaluating minimum qualifications.

Possess a valid driver's license issued within the United States at time of appointment.

Some positions may require possession of a Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements issued within the United States.

Employees must be willing to work shift assignments and on-call availability may be required.

Individuals not continuously employed since February 9, 1991, by the State of Alaska Department of Corrections in a "correctional officer," "probation officer," or "parole officer" position, as defined by 13 AAC 85.900, are subject to requirements established by Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC). As a condition of continued employment, these individuals must obtain a basic correctional officer certificate issued by the APSC within 14 months of hire.

Any employment action that resulted in discharge, resignation in lieu of discharge, or discipline, must be disclosed at the time of application to vacancies within this classification. Applicants who fail to provide this information will be deemed to be ineligible for interview or further consideration. Applicants with an employment action that makes them ineligible for certification under APSC regulations will be ineligible to receive an interview or furth