Correctional Sergeant

State of Indiana•Branchville, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Correctional Sergeant at Branchville Correctional Facility, you will manage, supervise, and support the safety and security of the facility, incarcerated individuals, coworkers, and the public. You must remain alert to potential security breaches and threats and apply IDOC and facility rules, policies, and procedures firmly, fairly, and consistently. The role includes assigning work, ensuring subordinate staff perform satisfactorily and follow applicable procedures, and, at times in a small facility, serving as the highest-ranking custody staff member on the grounds. Effective leadership is required during emergencies. Branchville Correctional Facility is a medium-security facility in Branchville, Indiana, with capacity for more than 1,400 incarcerated adult males. Its rehabilitation programs include educational and vocational opportunities, including woodworking and sewing, and support accountability, skill development, and preparation for re-entry. The position requires attendance at assigned worksites. Duties and responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time. A degree is not required; a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six months of qualifying experience may be considered. Continued employment requires successful completion of mandatory training, including the DOC Supervisory Training Program, First Aid, and CPR.

Requirements

High school diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE); a degree is not required.
At least six months of experience in corrections, law enforcement, or military law enforcement applying relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Valid driver’s license.
Must test negative on all drug screenings.
Willingness to travel, with reasonable accommodation.
Working knowledge of methods, procedures, and practices used in a correctional environment.
Ability to work mandatory or voluntary overtime.
Ability to supervise offenders and subordinate staff and obtain results.
Effective oral and written communication, including giving clear directions and completing offender or conduct reports.
Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to apply them as needed.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skills.
Ability to successfully complete mandatory training, including the DOC Supervisory Training Program, First Aid, and CPR courses.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Manage safe offender movement and efficient meal delivery and chow hall operations.
Lead assigned staff in maintaining the security and safety of offenders, buildings, and grounds.
Ensure offenders are properly escorted to and from locations for food, medicine, work assignments, and recreation.
Review and provide feedback on offender movements, activities, and rule violations.
Assist the supervisor with security-related operations.
Manage offenders in work details, including cleanup of institutional grounds and buildings.
Help identify offender treatment needs and support treatment and rehabilitation programs, including encouraging offenders to seek professional assistance when needed.
Follow facility policies and procedures for emergency preparedness and response.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees; clarify role responsibilities and expectations and support professional development.
Set employee expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate performance.
Ensure work meets quality standards, deadlines, and applicable procedures.
Supervise incarcerated individuals and, where applicable, one or more staff members.

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 paid new parent leave, paid childbirth recovery leave for eligible mothers, paid community service leave, and combined vacation, personal, and sick leave.
Paid holidays.
Education reimbursement program.
Group life insurance.
Referral bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.