Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: July 31, 2026 Required documents uploaded by: July 31, 2026

Agency Information:

Lansing Correctional Facility 301 E. Kansas St. Lansing, KS 66043 About the Position Multiple vacancies may be filled from this posting.

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:

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Corrections, Leavenworth, Lansing, Lansing Correctional Facility Compensation:

Pay Grade 30 Step 10; $56,680.00/$27.25 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:

This is full performance corrections work enforcing designated laws, rules, and regulations in a corrections facility and providing functional supervision to lower level Corrections Officers. Incumbent in this class is responsible for controlling inmates living, work or recreational areas on a specific post in corrections institution and providing functional supervision to lower level Corrections Officers assigned to the post. Incumbent may serve as a member of a unit team providing input into the rehabilitation of members within the unit. Incumbent in this class is certified Corrections Officer and exercise delegated statutory powers. The position requires strong problem solving skills; good oral and written communication skills; effective conflict management skills; ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships and effective customer service skills; ability to adapt to new situations and/or changes. The incumbent must be capable of performing established Essential Physical Functions. An initial 6-month probationary period is required for new promoted employees. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: As second officer supervises, maintains discipline and control of residents in their living quarters, at meals, in classrooms, in the hospital, kitchen and bathing areas; while they are segregated for punitive protective and administrative purposes; while they are on work details (inside and outside) Searches residents at their work, recreation, in the infirmary, while in food service and in their housing units to prevent the secreting of contraband and fabrication of lethal weapons, by physical pat down in either standing prone position Shakes down physical areas of the facility as directed or upon own initiative in order to prevent and control the secreting of contraband in living units, stairways, work areas, recreation areas

Qualifications Education :

High School Diploma or Equivalent Licensing & Certification :

Driver's License Minimum Qualifications :

Must meet all minimum qualifications and necessary special requirements for COI (A). In addition, a minimum of one year of relevant experience in the field of corrections or in the detention of convicted offenders; and have successfully completed the Corrections Officer Training (COTP). At the discretion of the agency, relevant college coursework or completion of corrections officer training in another jurisdiction may be substituted for some or all of the required COTP.

Minimum Competencies:

Applicant will be able to interact with co-workers, inmates, and outside personnel to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Applicant selected will have strong organizational skills and function with minimal supervision and direction.

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 :

Lori.

East@ks.gov

Phone :

913-250-2629

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.

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Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate:

A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue

• Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions 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

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Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

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Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator Office of Personnel Services Docking State Office Building 915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260 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.