Correctional Segreant (SCI) Permanent opportunity for ODOC and OCE employees only

About the role

Correctional Sergeant at Santiam Correctional Institution (Salem) – senior security staff member overseeing custody, control, supervision, and daily care of adults in custody; serving as a lead worker ensuring facility operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently; supervising AICs during movement assignments, monitoring high‑security areas, conducting security operations such as transports, searches, and emergency response; playing a key part in staff development, assisting in training and potentially mentoring subordinate staff as a Field Training Officer (FTO); modeling professionalism, accountability, and behaviors that support rehabilitation efforts. The Oregon Department of Corrections oversees over 12,000 adults in custody across 12 state prisons, supervises more than 24,000 offenders on probation/parole, and is committed to protecting communities, promoting accountability, transforming lives, and fostering an anti‑racist, inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Oversee custody, control, supervision, and daily care of adults in custody.
• Supervise AICs during movement assignments.
• Monitor high‑security areas.
• Conduct security operations including transports, searches, and emergency response.
• Assist in training and mentor subordinate staff as a Field Training Officer (FTO).
• Lead by example, modeling professionalism, accountability, and rehabilitation‑supporting behaviors.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of experience in a correctional security setting with primary duties of care and custody of adults in custody.
• Ability to obtain, within two weeks, an Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Correctional Certificate or a Correctional Certificate from another government agency.
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED certificate.
• Be 21 years of age or older.
• United States Citizen.
• Ability to obtain a valid Oregon motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must be a current ODOC or OCE employee (temporary and contract workers excluded).

Benefits

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
• 21 days paid military leave for National Guard and reserve components.
• Optional short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Term life insurance.
• Fully paid retirement program.
• Oregon Saving Growth Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
• May be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through PERS as defined by statute.
• Variety of programs for staff, volunteers, and adults in custody to create a safe and healthy environment.

Pay

Salary range: $6,720 – $8,501 per month. PERS‑qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range reflecting an additional 6.95%.