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STM Lieutenant Correctional Lieutenant Job rotation opportunity open to current ODOC Lieutenants only

Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution (Pendleton)

Oregon Department of Corrections

The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) is currently recruiting for a Job Rotation opportunity as an STM Lieutenant at Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution (EOCI) in Pendleton Oregon. This position will require frequent statewide travel and is expected to last approximately 12 months. To be eligible you must be a current ODOC Lieutenant. Applicants are also required to attach written approval from their current supervisor to be considered.

This position is management services and may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) as defined by statute.

About the Job Your Role

As the STM Lieutenant you will provide enhanced supervision and case management for Adults in Custody (AICs) who have a demonstrable history of or have been identified through scientifically researched and evidence-based tools as being prone to behaviors that threaten or attempt to threaten the safety security and orderly operations of ODOC facilities as well as the safety of staff visitors and other AICs.

You will maintain regular contact with assigned AICs to assess their willingness and ability to comply with ODOCs written and verbal rules policies and expectations. Based on departmental needs and institutional safety concerns you will issue appropriate restrictions and program modifications. Additionally you will facilitate AIC transfers within ODOC facilities and make recommendations to Special Population Management for ICOM placements as necessary.

Special Qualifications

• You must be a current Lieutenant with the Oregon Department of Corrections and have at least six (6) months of experience in the Lieutenant role.

Requested Skills

• Ability to gather analyze and document information related to criminal or administrative activity including conducting interviews collecting evidence evaluating records and developing investigative reports.
• Experience identifying documenting and disseminating security threat related intelligence including monitoring mail electronic communications and movement within a correctional facility.
• Demonstrated ability to assess risk and threat levels using evidence-based tools and make recommendations to mitigate safety and security threats.
• Skilled in providing structured supervision and targeted case management to high-risk AICs including authoring and maintaining individualized management plans.
• Deep understanding of ODOC operations policies and procedures related to maintaining order managing incidents and responding to disturbances.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to produce accurate clear and concise investigative reports and deliver briefings to leadership and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to provide consultative guidance to institution leadership regarding elevated risk offenders potential facility disruptions and strategic safety planning.
• Sound judgment in placing behavioral-based restrictions and incentives on AICs based on thorough evaluation and agency guidelines.

Preferred Skills

• Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. FUMs SIU Intel Unit Inspector General law enforcement) to manage complex cases and security threats.
• Familiarity with evidence handling report formatting administrative review processes and coordination with law enforcement or regulatory bodies.
• Ability to train staff in intelligence reporting processes (e.g. SSTIR) security protocols and institutional safety procedures.

• You must be a current Lieutenant with the Oregon Department of Corrections and have at least six (6) months of experience in the Lieutenant role to be eligible to apply.
• Supervisor approval is required and must be attached to your application.

Application Information

• In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
• Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
• As part of our selection process we may require additional assessment stages such as written exercises to further evaluate candidates qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.
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Working Conditions

This position is based at the Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution (EOCI) in Pendleton Oregon. The role requires frequent statewide travel and involves working within a secure adult correctional facility. Due to the nature of the environment the individual in this position may be exposed to verbal abuse harassment threats of violence toward themselves or their family and encounters with illegal or hazardous substances. There is also potential for physical resistance and interactions with angry hostile or abusive adults in custody which may result in personal injury hostage situations or in extreme cases death. The employee may be subject to emergency call-backs and must be available to work irregular or extended hours including travel by car or airplane both within and outside the state of Oregon as necessary.

About the Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities promote accountability and transform lives.

The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety trust and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming inclusive and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination harassment and retaliation.

The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff volunteers and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package which includes:

• Family health vision and dental insurance
• Vacation sick leave and 11 paid holidays
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
• Optional short and long-term disability
• Term life insurance
• Fully paid retirement program
• Oregon Saving Growth Plan
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
• And more

About the Process What to Expect

• After the application deadline a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
• Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
• The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
• Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
• Final candidates will have a background check PREA check and reference checks.
• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
• A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations and welcome to the team!

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you please contact the recruiter for more information.

Additional Information Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be contacted through Workday or have additional tasks to complete.

Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity equity inclusion and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance efficiency and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring promoting or contracting with anyone (that will have direct contact with residents) who has engaged in been convicted of or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.

Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility. Please note if you are a veteran you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.

Questions

If you have questions about the position selection process or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Maria Arellano

Reference Number: 185460

• Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You may lose progress on your application.
• Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings and the system may be down for several hours.
• ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
• This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
• This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.