Commonwealth of Kentucky

Classification and Treatment Officer

Commonwealth of Kentucky  •  $53k/yr  •  La Grange, KY / La Grange, IL (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

 

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6/15/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-02729

Classification and Treatment Officer

Pay Grade
13

Salary

$52,501.44 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections

Location

4000 Morgan Rd
La Grange, KY 40031 USA

Description

Creating a Better, Safer Kentucky

At the Roederer Correctional Complex, the mission is to promote safety for the citizens of the Commonwealth by
operating an efficient adult correctional institution. Our main purpose is to provide a safe, secure, humane
environment for its residents and to prepare incarcerated felons for a successful reintegration into society
using constructive classification, employment training programs and treatment services and social programs.

The Classification and Treatment Officer is vital to this mission by performing duties in the evaluation,
assessment and counseling of inmates.

The responsibilities may include:

  • Interviewing, evaluating and assessing inmates to identify behavioral patterns
  • Develop case history on inmates
  • Serve on committees to determine classification
  • Prepare reports to assist with classification
  • Provide daily counsel to inmates regarding the institution as well as personal or family matters
  • Respond to inmate requests and outside agencies

If you are seeking a career that is both challenging and rewarding, we would love to review your application!

All applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of
firearms and ammunition at the time of employment.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to
other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.

If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for
additional information.

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
Additional experience in corrections, law enforcement, or a related field will substitute for the education on a year for year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office setting within a correctional institution.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Sasmita Nanda at Sasmita.Nanda@ky.gov

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Commonwealth of Kentucky

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Frankfort, Kentucky
Year Founded
1792
Website
kentucky.gov
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