ODOC – SCI Correctional Corporal Lateral Transfer Request (Salem)

About the role

Santiam Correctional Institution (SCI) Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a motivated and dedicated Correctional Corporal to join our security team. This role is essential in upholding the mission of the Department by ensuring a safe, secure, and rehabilitative environment for both staff and individuals in custody.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the security team, providing custody, control, supervision, and daily care of adults in custody (AICs).
• Supervise AICs in various areas, including housing units, control points, program and work assignments, and designated security areas.
• Maintain order and enforce institutional rules.
• Respond to emergencies and critical incidents with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Assist in training and mentoring staff.

Requirements

You must be a current ODOC Correctional Corporal employee to be considered for a lateral transfer request. Lateral transfer requests are posted by institution. Employees requesting a lateral transfer by voluntary demotion from a higher security series classification can do so from this announcement. You must be currently DPSST certified to request a lateral.

Qualifications

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%. The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, including:

• 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
• And more

Benefits

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives. The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunities to create a safe and healthy environment for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody.

Process

After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills. Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager. Interviews will be conducted with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks. A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B)

The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.