Correctional Intelligence Officer

Correctional Intelligence Officer

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Wabash Valley Correctional Facility : As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Wabash Valley Correctional Facility promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. We strive to model best correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism. The Wabash Valley Correctional Facility is a multi-level security correctional facility for adult males. The Wabash Valley Correctional Facility is located in Carlisle, Indiana. The Wabash Valley Correctional Facility has both minimum security and maximum security and offers multiple programs to meet the needs of the incarcerated population, including the Special Needs Acclimation Program or SNAP. Wabash Valley's staff have implemented many beneficial programs to ensure a well-run facility that offers incarcerated individuals a genuine opportunity for growth while maintaining public safety. The facility is also heavily involved in the community, providing support to local food pantries, schools, and other community organizations.

Role Overview

As a Correctional Intelligence Officer at Wabash Valley Correctional Facility, you will work with a small team of Investigators and Intelligence Analysts in a maximum-security Indiana Department of Correction facility for adult males. A Correctional Intelligence Officer helps contribute to the safety and security of the facility by investigating incidents related to the correctional facility, including but not limited to misconduct by incarcerated individuals or staff, illegal activity by visitors and volunteers, and policy violations, to name a few. A typical day for a Correctional Investigator includes reviewing digital video footage, monitoring phone calls, and investigating incidents. Correctional Investigators typically work 8-hour days Monday through Friday and respond to the facility after hours for significant incidents.

Salary Statement : The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows :

• Investigate incidents / accidents involving staff, offenders, or others associated with the facility.
• Gather evidence, recover, and accurately label items considered evidence for future use in internal / external cases.
• Complete and provide reports, information, and criminal intelligence to outside agencies when appropriate.
• Conduct criminal investigations involving outside agencies when appropriate.
• Conduct inspections of facility to determine whether security concerns exist and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and ACA standards.
• Participate in trials, provide testimony as expert witness, and testify in court hearings.
• Observe offender activities and line movements to report issues.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment :

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes :

Equal Employment Opportunity : The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.