PREA/Grievance Program Officer

State of Montana • Kalispell, MT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. The new, first-ever DOC-owned and operated Flathead Valley Reentry Center (FVRC) is transforming how we deliver structure, accountability, and support to residents returning to their communities. This is your chance to help shape the foundational culture of a new facility and make meaningful impact every single day. We are seeking a dedicated PREA/Grievance Program Officer to lead critical work that protects the safety, rights, and dignity of the people we serve. If you’re motivated by purpose, detail-oriented, and committed to upholding high standards, this role offers an opportunity to make a difference on day one. The Montana DOC maintains a zero-tolerance stance toward all forms of sexual abuse and harassment. In this position, you will directly support that commitment, helping ensure safety, fairness, and accountability throughout the facility. Your work will protect individuals, support staff, and uphold the integrity of the reentry process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, business, or a related field.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of all facility activities related to PREA compliance.
• Conduct administrative investigations involving offenders, staff, volunteers, and contractors, supporting attorneys, prosecutors, and agency leadership when legal or disciplinary action is required.
• Collect evidence, prepare thorough PREA Summary Reports, and maintain complete investigative case files.
• Review facility incident reports to identify potential PREA concerns or unusual staff/offender activity.
• Locate and interview victims, witnesses, and subjects using proper administrative investigative techniques.
• Testify in criminal, civil, or administrative proceedings as the department’s investigative representative.
• Manage all aspects of the facility grievance program, including collecting, reviewing, tracking, and responding to offender grievances.
• Ensure staff are properly trained in grievance procedures and responsibilities.
• Provide clear, accessible information to offenders regarding how to initiate and use the grievance process.
• Track, analyze, and report PREA and grievance-related data to facility and agency leadership to support transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous State of Montana Benefits
• May qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

What This Job Offers

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