Corrections Classification Specialist - 20087253

State of Ohio • Paris Township, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Corrections Classification Specialist works at the Ohio Reformatory for Women to classify newly received inmates and recommend appropriate security levels and institution placements. The role reviews court documents, criminal and commitment histories, arrest and conviction records, FBI and BCI reports, and computer-based files, and completes classification instruments and risk assessments. The specialist screens inmates for program eligibility and conducts interviews to clarify file information, assess inmates using applicable ORAS tools, and complete visitation and separation information. The position also maintains required reports, submits classification changes for review and transfer arrangements, responds to inquiries from inmates and their families, and communicates with outside agencies about inmate matters.

Requirements

• At least 18 months of experience in criminal justice, corrections, sociology, social work, psychology, or a related field; or completion of an associate core program in criminal justice, sociology, social science, psychology, or a related field; or an equivalent combination meeting the minimum qualification.
• Job skills: corrections, investigation, interviewing, communications, attention to detail, problem solving, and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Review court documents, criminal history, arrest and conviction records, FBI and BCI reports, prior commitment histories, and computer-based files for newly received inmates.
• Complete classification instruments and recommend appropriate security levels and institution placements.
• Screen inmates for eligibility for different programs.
• Maintain daily reports as required.
• Complete a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) risk assessment for all incoming inmates.
• Interview incoming offenders, complete ORAS waivers, assess for the Prison Screening Tool (PST) and Prison Intake Tool (PIT) when applicable, and enter or update applicable information in the ORAS system.
• Interview inmates to clarify file information and ensure accuracy of classification and placement; complete visitation information and necessary separations.
• Observe and note interview behaviors or disclosures that could result in a classification-level change.
• Submit classification change results to a supervisor for review and to the Bureau of Classification for inmate transfer arrangements.
• Respond to telephone and written inquiries from inmates and inmate families regarding placement.
• Communicate with courts, sheriff offices, attorneys, and other agencies regarding inmate matters, including sentencing, inconsistencies, and separations due to violence.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems and optional deferred compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed