Correctional Captain

State of Connecticut•East Lyme, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC), is recruiting for the position of Correctional Captain. These positions are full-time, 40-hours per week, and are located at Corrigan Correctional Center in Montville and York Correctional Institution in East Lyme. Openings are available on first, second, and third shift (to be determined by the needs of the Agency.) These positions work on a 5x2, Monday-Friday schedule. This class supervises a large staff of correctional personnel engaged in custody and security operations. Correctional Captain responsibilities include: Assumes delegated responsibility for custody and security of assigned inmates, buildings, grounds and operations; Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff; Coordinates, plans and manages training activities; Ensures consistent enforcement of policies and procedures; Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures. Our Mission: The Department of Correction shall strive to be a global leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re-entry initiatives to support responsive evidence-based practices aligned to law-abiding and accountable behaviors. Safety and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens, and offenders.

Requirements

Five (5) years of experience in correctional work responsible for custodial security or inmate treatment.
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the level of Correctional Lieutenant.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience enforcing and ensuring compliance with Administrative Directives and facility post orders
Experience managing staff including: Addressing performance issues and staff deficiencies Conflict resolution Coaching and mentoring Providing training and staff development opportunities
Experience managing facility operations during emergencies and critical incidents
Experiencing reviewing and drafting updates to facility policies and procedures
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, track, and ensure timely completion of incident reports, reviews, audits, and other operational tasks
Experience resolving conflicts among both staff and inmates
Experience applying bargaining unit contracts, including overtime hiring practices, staffing mandates, and grievance procedures
Experience exercising independent judgment and making sound correctional decisions having significant operational impact
Experience managing inmate population and housing issues, monitor conditions of confinement, ensure compliance with Administrative Directives and facility polices, and address inmate issues
Experience analyzing operational data to address security concerns, writing reports, performing compliance reviews and providing accurate information for facility audits

Responsibilities

Assumes delegated responsibility for custody and security of assigned inmates, buildings, grounds and operations
Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff
Coordinates, plans and manages training activities
Provides staff training and assistance
Conducts performance evaluations
Determines priorities and plans shift and/or unit work
Establishes and maintains operating and/or training procedures
Develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards
Ensures consistent enforcement of policies and procedures
Inspects posts frequently to ensure adequate staffing
Performs the most sensitive security investigations and ensures accuracy of staff investigations throughout the State correctional system
Conducts training either within a correctional facility or oversees staff in performing training activities
Maintains discipline among employees and inmates
Supervises inmate count
Supervises major facility group activities (i.e. meals, off site work)
Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures
Administers pertinent laws, regulations and posts orders
Maintains contact with individuals both within and outside agency who might have impact on program activities
Reviews and prepares reports and correspondence
Maintains records
Participates in crisis intervention as needed
May assist in preparation of budget
May counsel inmates
May participate in disciplinary hearings
May physically restrain inmates, quell disturbances and otherwise assist security forces in emergencies
Performs related duties as required