Top 19 Correctional officer Jobs in Leavenworth, Ks

Corrections Officer I (A)
State of Kansas - Lansing Correctional Facility —Leavenworth, KS
- $23.54 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Ability to climb stairs
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
SECURITY MONITOR I
The GEO Group —Leavenworth, KS
- $18.66 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Cleaning
- 1 year
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Senior Detention Officer
Core Civic —Leavenworth, KS
- $31.36 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
Corrections Officer I
Jackson County, MO —Kansas City, MO
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
Juvenile Detention Officer
Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS —Wyandotte County, KS
- $22.53 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
Entrant Police Officer
City of Gladstone —Gladstone, MO
- $52,430 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
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Shift Supervisor
Core Civic —Leavenworth, KS
- $80,027.44 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
Detention Officer
Jackson County, MO —Kansas City, MO
- $20.60 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
Corrections Sergeant
Jackson County, MO —Kansas City, MO
- $31.45 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Pass drug screening
Deputy - Sheriff's Office
Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS —Wyandotte County, KS
- $59,488.21 - $98,312.66 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Classification Technician- Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office
Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS —Wyandotte County, KS
- $21.73 - $23.19 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- US work authorization
- Pre-employment physical examination
Detention Deputy
Buchanan County —Buchanan County, MO
- $42,200 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Senior Correctional Officer
City of Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- $20.10 - $30.64 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- CDL A
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Correctional Supervisor
City of Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- $27.25 - $40.88 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Sanitation
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Paid parental leave

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Corrections Officer I (A)

State of Kansas - Lansing Correctional Facility -
Leavenworth, KS

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.54 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Military leave
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Bereavement leave

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: August 31, 2026

Required documents uploaded by: August 31, 2026

Agency Information:

Lansing Correctional Facility

301 E. Kansas St.

Lansing, KS 66043

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone (External)

Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Varies

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: Corrections Officer, Corrections, Security, Correctional Facility, Leavenworth, Lansing, Lansing Correctional Facility

Compensation: Pay Grade 27 Step 10: $23.54 hour

Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

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)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

Supervises and maintains discipline and control of resident's at all times. Performs searches of resident's person and physical areas in order to prevent and control secretion or contraband. Observes and monitors resident's 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 unauthorized persons and the introductions of contraband. Takes and reports periodic counts of residents. Responds to emergency situations on accordance with appropriate contingency plans. Subject to regular rotation of 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.

Corrections Officer I (A)s are evaluated on their ability to observe and recall inmate behavior, surroundings and events; write clear and complete sentences; respond to emergencies quickly, climb stairs and use physical force to subdue violent and resisting residents; remain alert over long periods of time; remain calm during stressful situations; and interact with residents and co-workers to establish and maintain effective working relationships. The incumbent must be capable of preforming Essential Physical Functions. An initial 12-month probationary period is required for new Corrections Officers.

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

Supervise, maintain discipline and control of residents at all times.
Shake down physical areas of the facility and perform pat downs of residents to prevent and control the secreting of contraband.
Applies mechanical restraints when necessary.
Observes resident activity and interactions in the area of responsibility while enforcing policies, rules and regulations.
Conduct and report periodic counts of residents.
Reports incidents and behavior that deviate from the resident’s general profile or that could cause an immediate problem.
Responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate contingency plans.

Qualifications

Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent

Licensing & Certification:

Driver's License
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from High School or equivalent. Must possess valid, current driver's license. Must be 18 years of age, free from misdemeanor convictions involving domestic battery as an adult, unless the conviction was for a battery committed prior to July 1, 1997 and has been expunged. Must be free of Felony convictions. Must be able to perform the physical functions deemed essential for this classification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification as a Corrections Officer by the Secretary of Corrections. This certification is only issued upon completion of the Corrections Officer basic training and must be renewed annually as prescribed by the Secretary. Ability to deal effectively with individuals. Knowledge of procedures and practices of supervising inmates confined to an adult maximum correctional institution. Ability to use physical force as warranted to subdue violent inmates.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Must take and pass a drug screening test approved by the Division of Personnel Services. Must pass a physical exam, background investigation and submit a State of Kansas Tax Clearance.

E-Verify: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and complete the form.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Lori East

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (913)250-2629

Cell Phone: (913)683-0780

Mailing Address:

Lansing Correctional Facility

P.O. Box 2

Lansing, KS 66043

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. *This information is included on all your job applications.**

Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.

Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.

Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.

Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page

Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page

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

Transcripts

DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Tax Clearance Certificate

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

Resume (optional)
Cover Letter (optional)

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

Lansing Correctional Facility is approved for the Veterans' GI Bill Apprenticeship Program.

How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference

PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to [email protected], or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: August 31, 2026

Required documents uploaded by: August 31, 2026

Agency Information:

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone (External)

Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Varies

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: Corrections Officer, Corrections, Security, Correctional Facility, Leavenworth, Lansing, Lansing Correctional Facility

Compensation: Pay Grade 27 Step 10: $23.54 hour

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)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

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

Qualifications

Licensing & Certification:

Preferred Qualifications:

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

E-Verify: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and complete the form.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Lori East

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (913)250-2629

Mailing Address:

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. *This information is included on all your job applications.

Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.

Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.

Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.

Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page

Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

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

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. *This information is included on all your job applications.**