Correctional Segreant (SCI) Permanent opportunity for ODOC and OCE employees only
About The Position
Correctional Segreant (SCI) Permanent opportunity for ODOC and OCE employees only Santiam Correctional Institution (Salem) Oregon Department of Corrections Are you ready to step into a leadership role and take on greater responsibility in maintaining safety, security, and professional development within the facility? We are seeking dedicated and experienced candidates for the position of Correctional Sergeant. This is an excellent opportunity for career advancement while playing a crucial role in maintaining security, overseeing staff, and guiding AICs toward rehabilitation. Please note: If there are lateral applicant(s), they may be reviewed and interviewed prior to promotional applications. About the Job – Your Role As a Correctional Sergeant, you will be a senior security staff member responsible for overseeing custody, control, supervision, and daily care of adults in custody while upholding the mission of the Department. You will serve as a lead worker, ensuring facility operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently. You will supervise AICs during movement assignments, monitor high-security areas, and conduct security operations such as transports, searches, and emergency response. In this role, you will also play a key part in staff development, assisting in training and potentially mentoring subordinate staff as a Field Training Officer (FTO). You will lead by example, modeling professionalism, accountability, and behaviors that support rehabilitation efforts. These positions are represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Requirements
- Two (2) years of experience in a correctional security setting where your primary duties were the care and custody of AICs.
- Ability to obtain, within two weeks, an Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Correctional Certificate OR a Correctional Certificate from another government agency.
- Possess a High School Diploma or GED certificate.
- Be 21 years of age or older.
- United States Citizen.
- Must be a current for ODOC and OCE employee (temporary and contract workers excluded) to apply.
- Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
- Ability to obtain a valid Oregon motor vehicle operator's license.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing custody, control, supervision, and daily care of adults in custody.
- Serving as a lead worker, ensuring facility operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently.
- Supervising AICs during movement assignments.
- Monitoring high-security areas.
- Conducting security operations such as transports, searches, and emergency response.
- Assisting in training subordinate staff.
- Potentially mentoring subordinate staff as a Field Training Officer (FTO).
- Leading by example, modeling professionalism, accountability, and behaviors that support rehabilitation efforts.
Benefits
- Family health, vision, and dental insurance
- Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
- 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
- Optional short and long-term disability
- Term life insurance
- Fully paid retirement program
- Oregon Saving Growth Plan
- Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
