Correctional Classification Specialist

About Indiana State Prison

Indiana State Prison is a level-four maximum-security facility located in Michigan City, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 2,400 incarcerated adult males. As the oldest correctional facility in the state, it operates on a secured 24-acre campus with ten manned towers. The prison grounds also include a level-two facility with a capacity of 385 incarcerated adult males. Staff maintain a clean, orderly environment while prioritizing safety and security. Programs available to incarcerated individuals support personal development and re-entry preparation where applicable. The facility provides a structured setting for individuals with long sentences or those convicted of violent offenses.

Role Overview

As the Correctional Classification Specialist, you will coordinate classification functions, including incarcerated individuals' admission/orientation, intake/release, monitoring reentry/classification boards, and managing records/documents for incarcerated individual packets. You will ensure all incarcerated individuals with medical or program classifications are identified and appropriately assigned.

A Day In The Life

• Review recently received offender packets and recommend initial classification level.
• Conduct initial intake classification review, provide information to the immediate supervisor, and recommend initial assignments.
• Review classification designations at the facility level to assign or recommend final security and custody levels to the immediate supervisor or central office analyst.
• Finalize Classification Hearing Results of offender job changes, program changes, and facility transfer recommendations.
• Serve as designee in the classification department in the absence of the Classification Supervisor.
• Serve as designee to facilitate supervision of offender release duties, court order preparation, and Interstate Compact issues as needed.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need For Success

• Basic knowledge of the correctional release process, including sentencing and credit time statutes and sentencing alternatives.
• Extensive knowledge of Indiana Department of Correction facilities, programs available, and security requirements and criteria.
• Ability to learn Offender Management System and related software programs.
• Ability to complete related training offered by Correctional Training Institute.

To continue employment, you must complete the Certification of Credit Time Calculations and Annual Inservice Training. A degree is not required; however, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least 3+ years of experience in corrections, criminology, parole or probation work, or related areas applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

This role provides supervision for incarcerated individuals and requires a high level of judgment and care.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access