Correctional Classification Specialsist

　　Date Posted: Jan 24, 2024

　　Requisition ID: 437035

　　Location:

　　Plainfield, IN, US, 46168

　　Work for Indiana

　　Grow your career with the State of Indiana! With more than 50 executive branch agencies, the State of Indiana is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging projects across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a State of Indiana employee, you impact the well-being of Indiana’s communities every day.

　　At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion - Our goal is to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace, with a workforce that is representative of the State of Indiana population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process, as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

　　Next Level benefits at the State of Indiana are here! Be sure to review our expanded benefit package offerings below.

　　About Reception Diagnostic Center:

　　As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Reception Diagnostic Center (RDC) promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. We strive to model best Correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity and professionalism. The Reception Diagnostic Center is a maximum security intake facility for adult males. The Reception Diagnostic Center is located in Plainfield, Indiana. At the Reception Diagnostic Center, all adult male incarcerated individuals are received, classified, and transferred to long-term facilities. During intake, incarcerated individuals are seen by multiple divisions throughout the Department of Correction for assessments, including for their physical and emotional health, addiction recovery services, educational and work opportunities, and other needs, which help determine which of the state’s facilities best meet their needs.

　　Salary:

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

　　A Day in the Life:

　　The essential functions of this role are as follows:

　　Review recently received offender packets and recommend initial classification level.

　　Conduct initial intake classification review, provide information to the immediate supervisor and recommend their initial assignments.

　　Review the classification designations at the facility level to assign or recommend the 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:

　　You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

　　High School Diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE).

　　Three (3) years full-time experience in corrections, criminology, parole or probation work or related areas.

　　Substitutions: Bachelor’s degree may substitute for the required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.

　　Basic knowledge of the correctional release process, including sentencing and credit time statutes and sentencing alternatives.

　　Extensive knowledge of Indiana Department of Correction facilities and the 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.

　　You must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment:

　　Complete the Certification of Credit Time Calculations and Annual Inservice Training. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

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

　　Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

　　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

　　Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

　　Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k 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

　　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

　　Equal Employment Opportunity:

　　The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruit, select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

　　If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

　　The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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