Correctional Workshop Specialist-
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Job Description
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible fulltime and parttime employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS&Optional Deferred Compensation Ohio Deferred Compensation
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Application Procedures:
In order to be considered for this position you must apply online through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.
- When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
- We cannot give you credit for your qualifications experience education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your online application.
- You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
- We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobaccofree workplace.
PreEmployment Drug Testing:
All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of . An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical .
PreEmployment Background Investigation:
The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:
- Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
- Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force implied threats of force or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
- Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism terrorism or money laundering to support terrorism;
- Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior.
Who We Are
Guided by a single mission To reduce recidivism among those we touch the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for prosocial behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.
What We Do
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive contributing members of our communities ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.
To learn more about our agency please visit our website at
Are You Ready
We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work youll ever find with a work family that is second to none!
The State of Ohio is a drugfree workplace which prohibits the use of (recreational /nonmedical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio DrugFree Workplace Policy (HR39 and as outlined in the posting.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
What Youll Do:
Requires considerable knowledge of correctional workshop operating policies and procedures of the Ohio Penal Industries (OPI) shop
Oversees work of incarcerated individuals assigned to the OPI workshop and/or engaged in service delivery
Provides security and custody of incarcerated individuals
Trains incarcerated individuals in proper work methods equipment operation and/or safety practices in the assigned area
Enforces institution rules and regulations
Maintains control of supplies equipment and tools (e.g. issues and records daily tool and chemical usage inventory supplies)
Assigns and reviews work (e.g. schedules incarcerated individuals; monitors and evaluates work performed and completes quality control check)
Ensures quality control specifications of products
Prepares and maintains records and reports of workshop activities
Inputs data into manufacturing system as assigned Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
Oversees equipment maintenance (e.g. schedules routine and preventative maintenance) and/or workshop cleaning
Escorts and/or transports incarcerated individuals
Oversees shipping receiving storage and/or inventory of products and materials
Prepares and submits reports
Completes daily and monthend inmate payroll monthend Earned Credit report inmate performance evaluations (e.g. annual and special) and weekly inspection report.
Performs other related duties and security functions
Attends inservice trainings
Works on special projects and committees
Assists with ACA (e.g. institutional and OPI) files
May be utilized in any other OPI shop due to staff shortage and/or extenuating circumstances
Performs other duties as assigned.
Formal education in arithmetic that includes fractions decimals & percentages; 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in providing work direction to employees or a work crew 3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in employee training & development.
Or for positions assigned to asbestos abatement program successful completion of the following courses: asbestos building inspection initial course asbestos management planner initial course & asbestos abatement project supervisor initial course per EPA regulations Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (i.e. AHERA) CRF763 Sub Part E.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Corrections Customer Service Management Purchasing Stores Inventory Sales Basic Documentation Active Learning Attention to Detail Creativity Developing Others & Leading Others
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
