Institutional Disciplinary Committee/Grievance Coordinator - Omaha Correctional Center

State of Nebraska • Omaha, NE

3d • $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Omaha Correctional Center is looking for a self-motivated individual to fill the role of Institutional Disciplinary Committee (IDC)/Grievance Coordinator. Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information call 402-522-7008. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [email protected].

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, accounting or any discipline related to the work assigned.
• One year of experience in planning, organizing, and implementing program administrative or business financial functions.
• Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Transcripts required prior to appointment.
• Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams; medical exam and drug testing.
• Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully pain NE Corrections Training Program.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in writing letters/responses
• experience in verbal communication with the inmate population, administration and the public
• experience in investigations.

Responsibilities

• Preside over IDC process and hearings.
• Ensure charges against inmates are supported by substantial evidence in the record, due processes are met and generate complete and accurate records of the IDC hearing.
• Conduct fair and impartial hearings in accordance with NDCS rules, state statutes, court decision and opinions of the NDCS General Counsel.
• Work assignments may entail many separate phases or a variety of different administrative processes.
• Problem solving scenarios typically involve analysis or review of multiple or associated cases, materials, or circumstances to determine an appropriate action, decision, or solution requiring substantive knowledge of the agency’s programs, and compliance requirements.
• Receive, review, and investigate inmate grievances, ensuring confidentiality and fairness.
• Document all steps, maintain accurate records, and track grievance data.
• Analyze trends to identify systemic issues and recommend improvements.
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership review.
• Ensure compliance with legal and policy requirements.
• Collaborate with staff, administrators, and legal counsel on complex cases.
• Develop and deliver staff training on grievance handling and conflict resolution.
• Monitor and evaluate grievance resolution effectiveness.
• Serve as liaison between inmates and administration, promoting transparency.
• Participate in related meetings, committees, and audits.
• Be available to the inmate population during noon meals; sample meals for quality.
• Respond promptly to urgent grievances and guide appeal processes.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
• Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
• Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!
• Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
• For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level