Correctional Coordinator

About the role

As a Correctional Coordinator at the Miami Correctional Facility, you will play a crucial role in facilitating the transition of incarcerated individuals back into society. You will deliver mandated pre-release information and support, ensuring individuals are adequately prepared for their reintegration.

Responsibilities

• Research and compile information on specific aspects of the program such as procedures, needs, and policies.
• Answer customer questions about program policies and procedures.
• Establish, organize, and maintain current and historical files related to the program.
• Aid in the preparation of program reports, develop applications, prepare budget allocations and/or purchasing of consultative services.
• Maintain, monitor, and order program assets.
• Aid the supervisor in the development and planning of overall program and its role in the functioning of the agency.
• Schedule, prepare, and disseminate all program related training materials.

Requirements

• Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Experience: Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in a correctional or law enforcement setting, with at least two years in a supervisory or coordination role.
• Specialized knowledge of applicable legislation, guidelines, agency policy and professional standards and practices.
• Ability to research, analyze, and compile specific topics related to program area.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate effectively in a group decision-making process.
• Ability to establish and maintain a working-relationship with staff and offenders.
• Use tact in dealing with other agency personnel and the public.

Qualifications

• A Degree Is Preferred But Not Required.
• Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Experience: Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in a correctional or law enforcement setting, with at least two years in a supervisory or coordination role.
• Specialized knowledge of applicable legislation, guidelines, agency policy and professional standards and practices.
• Ability to research, analyze, and compile specific topics related to program area.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate effectively in a group decision-making process.
• Ability to establish and maintain a working-relationship with staff and offenders.
• Use tact in dealing with other agency personnel and the public.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• 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.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

Schedule

Salary: $47,320.00
Non-custody staff who complete required training and certification to perform federal detention duties will receive a $20 non-discretionary bonus for each shift that they are assigned those duties.