Correctional Release Assistant

State of Indiana•Plainfield, IN

4d•$42,900•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Release Assistant works at Plainfield Correctional Facility, a medium-security institution in Plainfield, Indiana, serving incarcerated adult males. The role oversees release information and coordinates offender placements in accordance with court orders, state statute, and IDOC administrative policy. It also receives and monitors court-ordered progress reports, completes required forms, appears at parole hearings as directed, and communicates decisions that affect release dates. The position provides supervision for incarcerated individuals and requires a high level of judgment and care. Other duties may be assigned or changed at any time. The position traditionally starts at $42,900.00, though compensation may be commensurate with education and work experience. A degree is not required. A high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in corrections or a related area applying relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Requirements

General knowledge of practices and procedures related to work release, parole, probation, and clemency.
Basic knowledge of the IDOC mission, correctional environment, and Indiana Criminal Code.
Ability to complete related training offered by the Correctional Training Institute.
Excellent communication skills for interacting with court officials and other governmental entities.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
A degree is not required; a high school diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) and at least one year of experience in corrections or a related area applying relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee and ensure the accuracy of upcoming offender release data for scheduled and special releases ordered by the court.
Coordinate planning and successful completion of primary and secondary offender placements in accordance with state statute and IDOC administrative policy.
Receive, distribute, and monitor offender progress reports as ordered by the court.
Submit completed forms according to agency-established procedures.
Appear at parole hearings as directed by the supervisor.
Inform offenders of decisions by judicial officials, the parole board, or IDOC officials that affect release dates.
Complete or assist offenders with completing applicable forms.
Provide supervision for incarcerated individuals.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, plus vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including 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.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.