Job Description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's 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.

About Plainfield Correctional Facility:  

As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Plainfield Correctional Facility 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 Plainfield Correctional Facility is a medium security Correctional facility for adult males. Plainfield Correctional Facility is located in Plainfield, Indiana. The Plainfield Correctional Facility offers resources and treatment geared toward mental health and substance use, along with multiple educational opportunities. The goal is that through treatment and rehabilitation geared toward everyone, the facility will help prepare incarcerated men to re-enter their community with more skills and confidence than when they arrived. 

Role Overview:

You must investigate areas of misconduct and security problems. Non-standardized problems are discussed with the supervisor and completed work is reviewed for compliance and accuracy. You will use adaptive thinking and analytical capabilities. You will exercise sound judgment in investigative procedures.

Salary Statement:  

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows: 

• Generate actionable intelligence both proactively and reactively on offenders, civilians, staff members, and parolees using internal/external databases, the Fusion Center, and open-source platforms in compliance with state and federal law, as well as departmental policies and procedures. 
• Utilize the intelligence cycle to convert raw information into intelligence which can be used to support and assist in decision-making.
• Create intelligence products and conduct oral briefings with decision makers on a monthly or as-needed basis. 
• Monitor, identify, and disrupt unauthorized/illegal/Security Threat Group 
• (STG) activities in conjunction with Local, Federal, and State law enforcement agencies.
• Analyze data sets to identify patterns, trends, and/or vulnerabilities within a facility/Parole District.
• Testify in court as fact/summary and expert witness 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:

This person must have the following requirements to be considered for employment: 

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE). 
• Two (2) years full-time professional experience in corrections, investigative work, law enforcement, or military police. 
• Must test negative on all drug screenings. 
• Must be able to communicate effectively. 
• Ability to develop a fundamental understanding of intelligence processes in a correctional environment to include institutional operations and criminal procedures. 
• Ability to conduct trainings, demonstrations, and presentations to various stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite products.
• Ability to learn third-party software applications within the first six (6) months of hire. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet competing deadlines.
• Proactive and strong problem-solving skills with an interest in and the ability to conduct an analysis and report on the findings. 
• Ability to handle confidential information. 

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 recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting 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 accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov .

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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