Advertisement Closes 8/12/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2603570 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   Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections Location 3111 Spurr Road
Lexington, KY 40511 USA Description Creating a better, safer Kentucky.

If you want to make a difference in your community and be a part of a cohesive team, the Department of Corrections may have a career opportunity for you!

The Division of Probation and Parole is hiring for a Classification and Treatment Officer. This position will require excellent communication and data entry skills and is responsible for evaluating and assessing offenders eligibile for the Home Incarceration Program (HIP) that are in county jails. The position will review weekly lists of offenders for possible HIP eligibility, coordinate the transfer of eligible HIP offenders from jails and institutions to the Home Incarceration Program, and communicate with probation and parole staff, jail staff, and supervisors to coordinate the completion of required work.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review the Kentucky Offender Management System (KOMS), Courtnet, and e-warrants for possible eligibility.
• Communicate with jail staff and probation and parole staff daily as needed.
• Maintain daily spreadsheets.
• Send information to and receive information from jail staff concerning offender HIP eligibility.
• Answer phone calls.
• Maintain all policies and procedures requirements for the Kentucky Deptartment of Corrections.
• Complete and maintain required training associated with job duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and be able to prioritize multiple assignments.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to think critically and analyze data to forecast positive outcomes.
• A positive and helpful attitude to support the district and division as a whole.
• Ability to adapt to the ever-changing needs of the department and division.

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 Michelle Chism at Michelle.Chism@ky.gov. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D