Corrections Officer/Dispatch
City & Borough of Wrangell
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
corrections officer/dispatch
Wrangell Police Department is accepting applications for Correctional Officer/Dispatcher. This position is open until filled.
Wrangell Corrections/Dispatch Officers must be capable of prioritizing calls and jail duties. Corrections/Dispatch duties include supervising inmates, cooking meals, laundry, booking and processing inmates and all paperwork involved, answering both emergency and non-emergency phone calls and routing them to the proper locations. Applicants must have the ability to work flexible hours and shifts and be able to work with minimal supervision.
Applicants must successfully complete and pass a background investigation, medical and psychological examinations and drug screening. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Applicants must be a US citizen and possess a valid Alaska Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.
Applicants must be willing to attend the Corrections Academy for three weeks of training in jail operations within one year of hire. The Wrangell Police Department encourages applicants who are motivated, friendly, self-starting and a team player to apply and we will assist you in obtaining the required certification.
Benefits include accrued vacation time, accrued sick leave time, State of Alaska PERS retirement, State of Alaska SBS retirement, optional deferred compensation plan, Medical coverage for employees and family with a small co-pay, paid holidays and a quarterly uniform allowance. Further details can be found in the City of Wrangell Personnel Policy located on the City of Wrangell web site.
To apply, submit the City of Wrangell Employment Application and an original notarized APSC F-3 Personal History Statement with all supporting documents. These forms are available under the job posting on the City of Wrangell's web site. Submit application and forms to Wrangell Police Chief Doug McCloskey, PO Box 1168, Wrangell AK, 99929 or via email to amollen@wrangell.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
