Correctional Sergeant

State of Indiana•Plainfield, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Reception Diagnostic Center is a maximum‑security intake facility located in Plainfield, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 600 incarcerated adult males. All adult males entering the Indiana Department of Correction are received, assessed, and classified at this facility. Assessments include physical and mental health evaluations, addiction services screening, and education and work‑readiness reviews. This information helps determine the most appropriate long‑term facility placement. Staff coordinate comprehensive evaluations to support safety and rehabilitation. The center plays a key role in establishing individualized plans for incarcerated individuals.

Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must test negative on all drug screenings.
Working knowledge of the methods, procedures and practices utilized in a correctional environment.
Ability to work mandatory/voluntary overtime.
Ability to supervise and obtain results from offenders and subordinate staff.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including giving clear directions to offenders, completion of offender/conduct reports etc.
Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to apply as needed.
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.
Ability to successfully complete all mandatory training including the DOC Supervisory Training Program, First Aid, and CPR courses.
A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least 6 months of experience in corrections, law enforcement, or military law enforcement 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.

Nice To Haves

Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Manage safe offender movement and the efficient operation of the meal delivery and chow halls.
Lead assigned staff in maintaining the security and safety of offenders, buildings, and grounds.
Ensure offenders are properly escorted to and from various locations across the facility for food, medicine, work assignments, and recreation.
Review and provide feedback on such matters as offender’s movements, activities, and rule violations.
Assist supervisor in appropriate administration of security related operations.
Manage offenders in various work details including general clean-up of institutional grounds and buildings.
Assist in identifying offender treatment needs and support programs for treatment and rehabilitation which may include encouraging offenders to accept professional assistance and treatment from staff as needed.
Follow all policies and procedures related to facility’s emergency preparedness and response.
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.
Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

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
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
Free Parking for most positions
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