Gang Intelligence Officer

Management and Training Corporation•Chaparral, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gang Intelligence Officer is responsible for investigative work, identifying and validating gang members, and conducting detainee investigations at Management & Training Corporation’s Otero County Processing Center in Chaparral, New Mexico. The role provides instruction to staff on report writing, crime scene and evidence preservation, gang identification, monitoring potentially disruptive detainees, and the narcotic prevention program, in compliance with MTC and customer directives. The position requires regular onsite attendance and facility rounds involving extended periods of walking and standing. The incumbent is expected to work overtime when directed and may perform other duties within the scope of work as assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience in an adult correctional or detention environment or related field.
Fluency in speaking, understanding, interpreting, and reading Spanish.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.
Successful completion of required preservice training.
Successful completion of annual in-service training requirements and maintenance of appropriate facility clearance.

Nice To Haves

One year of prior investigations experience is desired.
Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
Knowledge of computer software applications, narcotics and narcotic paraphernalia, report writing, and gang-related information is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with staff on receiving and analyzing gang information.
Monitor detainee files for investigative purposes.
Compile and analyze data, prepare reports, and maintain related records.
Respond to emergencies and institution disturbances.
Supervise and conduct in-depth investigations of incidents involving criminal activity within the facility, and establish rapport with federal, state, and local law enforcement.
Identify narcotics and narcotic paraphernalia.
Use proper search procedures to check persons and property for contraband.
Assess and evaluate facility security requirements and recommend improvements or modifications to the deputy warden.
Oversee the gathering of evidence and testimony; establish case histories of incidents and prepare comprehensive, timely, and efficient reports.
Work overtime when directed.
Conduct regular facility rounds involving long periods of walking and standing.
Maintain regular and predictable onsite attendance.
Promote positive social skills through appropriate role modeling and intervention; provide staff with regular feedback on social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
Maintain accountability of staff, detainees, and property, and adhere to safety practices.
Complete required preservice and annual in-service training and maintain appropriate facility clearance.