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Summary
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 Indiana State Prison: Indiana State Prison is a level-four maximum-security facility located in Michigan City, Indiana, with a capacity of morethan 2,400 incarcerated adult males. As the oldest correctional facility in the state, it has a long history and operates on a secured 24-acre campus with ten manned towers. The prison grounds also include a level-two facility with a capacity of 385 incarcerated adult males. Staff maintain a clean, orderly environment while prioritizing safety and security. Programs available to incarcerated individuals support personal development and re-entry preparation where applicable. The facility provides a structured setting for individuals with long sentences or those convicted of violent offenses.
Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.
A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Investigate and gather physical evidence and testimony of incidents/accidents involving staff, offenders, or others associated with the facility.
- Conduct criminal investigations and provide reports, information, and criminal intelligence to outside agencies when appropriate.
- Gather evidence, recover, and accurately label items considered evidence for future use in internal/external cases.
- 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.
- Investigate correspondence between offenders and staff and ensure it is in compliance to Indiana codes and Departmental policy.
What You'll Need for Success: Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
- Must test negative on all drug screenings.
- Specialized knowledge of the principles, techniques, and terminology of current investigative practices and security procedures.
- Working knowledge of Federal laws, Indiana codes, and Department of Correction policies and procedures.
- Working knowledge of due process, criminal, and civil liability.
- Must complete the 40-hour IDOC Investigations Academy within one (1) year of being in the position.
- A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least 2+ years of experience in corrections, investigative work, law enforcement, or military police at least one (1) year of experience must be in investigative work and completion of a government sanctioned investigative training program may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience (Proof of completion must accompany application).
- Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
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:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
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.
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Job Description
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 Indiana State Prison: Indiana State Prison is a level-four maximum-security facility located in Michigan City, Indiana, with a capacity of morethan 2,400 incarcerated adult males. As the oldest correctional facility in the state, it has a long history and operates on a secured 24-acre campus with ten manned towers. The prison grounds also include a level-two facility with a capacity of 385 incarcerated adult males. Staff maintain a clean, orderly environment while prioritizing safety and security. Programs available to incarcerated individuals support personal development and re-entry preparation where applicable. The facility provides a structured setting for individuals with long sentences or those convicted of violent offenses.
Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.
A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Investigate and gather physical evidence and testimony of incidents/accidents involving staff, offenders, or others associated with the facility.
- Conduct criminal investigations and provide reports, information, and criminal intelligence to outside agencies when appropriate.
- Gather evidence, recover, and accurately label items considered evidence for future use in internal/external cases.
- 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.
- Investigate correspondence between offenders and staff and ensure it is in compliance to Indiana codes and Departmental policy.
What You'll Need for Success: Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
- Must test negative on all drug screenings.
- Specialized knowledge of the principles, techniques, and terminology of current investigative practices and security procedures.
- Working knowledge of Federal laws, Indiana codes, and Department of Correction policies and procedures.
- Working knowledge of due process, criminal, and civil liability.
- Must complete the 40-hour IDOC Investigations Academy within one (1) year of being in the position.
- A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least 2+ years of experience in corrections, investigative work, law enforcement, or military police at least one (1) year of experience must be in investigative work and completion of a government sanctioned investigative training program may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience (Proof of completion must accompany application).
- Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
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:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
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.
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