Correctional Officer FEMALE ; Eagle River, AK

Correctional Officer 2 FEMALE ONLY RECRUITMENT (Eagle River, AK)

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The Department of Corrections, Division of Institutions, is recruiting for multiple Female Correctional Officer 2 positions for the Hiland Mountain Correctional Center (HMCC) located in Eagle River, Alaska. This recruitment is for Female Applicants Only.

• Embark on a career in Corrections with numerous training and promotion paths.
• Play a vital role in reforming inmates and helping them contribute positively to society.
• Complete a 12‑14 month structured field training and a seven‑week Correctional Officer Academy.
• Receive certification as a Correctional Officer from the Alaska Police Standards Council.

• Up to 16 days of paid leave in the first two years, increasing with years of service.
• 12 paid holidays annually and 11 paid holidays annually (listed twice in original for emphasis).
• 84‑hour work week with week‑on/week‑off schedule alternating day and night shifts.

Hiland Mountain Correctional Center is Alaska's designated facility for female prisoners. Located in Eagle River, it offers a peaceful setting with stunning views of the Chugach Mountains and 11 buildings covering approximately 120,000 square feet on 62.7 acres. Capacity: ~400 inmates.

• Follow oral and written instructions, use business software, and communicate required information effectively.
• Learn and apply self‑defense techniques, firearms and appropriate force for self‑protection and to protect others.
• Read and comprehend statutes, regulations, and procedures; explain them to the public and inmates.

• Assist in maintaining order and discipline, operate the security control room, and handle unruly or violent prisoners with minimal force.
• Help create and maintain an environment conducive to prisoner rehabilitation.

• Completion of the Alaska Correctional Officer Academy or equivalent accredited program.
• One year of experience performing duties that support custody, security, and rehabilitation in an adult correctional institution or equivalent as a Correctional Officer 1 with the State of Alaska.
• 21 years or older, U.S. citizen or national, high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license issued in the U.S.
• Conditional appointment pending background investigation, psychological evaluation, drug screening, and medical examination.

• Commercial Driver’s License may be required for some positions.
• Willingness to work shift assignments and on‑call availability may be required.

• Full criminal history check required.
• Submit notarized F‑3 Personal History Statement Form and required documentation (transcripts, birth certificate, passport, etc.).
• All job offers are conditional upon successful completion of background, drug screening, medical examination, and psychological evaluation.

• Compliance with Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) and federal firearm regulations.
• People with misdemeanor domestic‑violence convictions are ineligible.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation or alternative communication formats may contact 1‑800‑587‑0430 or 907‑465‑4095. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.