Correctional Intelligence Officer

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a 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. About Indiana Women’s Prison: Indiana Women’s Prison is a maximum‑security facility located in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 700 incarcerated adult females. As the oldest women’s correctional facility in the United States, it serves individuals with diverse needs, including pregnant, elderly, youthful, medically complex, and high‑profile incarcerated adult females. The facility features the Officer Breann Leath Memorial Maternal‑Child Health Unit, which supports family bonding and re‑entry planning. Incarcerated individuals have access to mental health services, substance use treatment, domestic abuse programming, and educational opportunities. Programs focus on rehabilitation and building confidence for life after release. Staff support a safe, structured environment focused on healing and growth. To learn more about Indiana Women’s Prison, click here.

Requirements

Must test negative on all drug screenings.
Extensive knowledge of the principles, techniques, and terminology of current investigative practices.
Extensive knowledge of security procedures.
Considerable knowledge of all federal laws, state statues, assigned agency rules, policies, and procedures.
Advanced knowledge of due process and criminal and civil liability.
Working knowledge of Alco-Sensor, field drug test kits, fingerprint, forensic evidence equipment, digital forensic, video surveillance equipment, body worn cameras, and secured electronic storage system.
Working knowledge of crime scene preservation.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least 6+ years of experience in corrections, investigative work, law enforcement, or military police with at least three (3) years of experience must be in investigative work and completion of a government sanctioned investigative training program may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience (Proof of completion must accompany application) while applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Serve as the facilities lead investigator of Investigations and Intelligence.
Investigate and gather physical evidence and testimony of incidents/accidents involving staff, offenders, or others associated with the facility.
Make recommendations concerning the adequacy of sufficient evidence to warrant further full-scale investigations by higher-level investigators.
Investigate correspondence between offenders and staff and ensure it is in compliance to Indiana codes and Departmental policy.
Conduct inspections of agency facilities to determine whether security and safety procedures are in place and effective.
Assist the leadership with developing, implementing, and monitoring facility/department security procedures.
Gather evidence, recover, and accurately label items considered evidence for future use in internal/external cases.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and American Correctional Association (ACA) standards.
Conduct criminal investigations and provide reports, information, and criminal intelligence to outside agencies when appropriate.
Participate in trials, provide testimony as expert witness, and testify in court hearings.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees.
Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

Benefits

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
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) 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 and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
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
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