Investigator STG

MTC Corrections•Meridian, MS

20d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

Report to the Deputy Warden of Security and Facility Warden. Responsible for conducting Investigations and reviews of institutional operations in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) Standards, Management and Training Corporation (MTC), and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of corrections or related experience required, one (1) year of which must be in an investigative or related capacity.
Valid drier's license in the state of Mississippi or Louisiana with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.
Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.

Responsibilities

Conduct investigations as directed by the warden.
Assist in gathering intelligence and maintaining accurate records to document the activities of individuals suspected or known to pose a threat to the security of the institution.
Assist in processing grievances filed by inmates in compliance with all MDOC requirements regarding the inmate grievance system.
Assist in providing written decisions to inmate grievances in a confidential, impartial and effective manner.
Assist in training staff and inmates on the inmate grievance system.
Conduct scheduled reviews of facility operations and programming, including staff training programs, as directed.
Write accurate, timely reports documenting information pertaining to investigations and institutional reviews, and distribute as required by institutional procedures.
Testify at hearing or in court proceedings, presenting evidence or violations.
Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
Provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
Maintain accountability or staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.