PREAGrievance Program Officer
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PREA/GRIEVANCE PROGRAM OFFICER
FLATHEAD VALLEY REENTRY CENTER
KALISPELL MT.
The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!
The new Flathead Valley Reentry Center (FVRC) plays an integral role in shaping the way we deliver structure and accountability while supporting success for residents returning to their community at this first-ever DOC-owned and operated prerelease center. Were making generational changes at the DOC. Help us build the future of corrections in Montana.
The PREA/Grievance Program Officer is responsible for tasks related to compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 (PREA) as well as handling of offender grievances. The Montana Department of Corrections has a zero-tolerance policy relating to all forms of sexual abuse and harassment in accordance with the policies set forth in PREA.
PREA Manager Duties:
Develops implements and oversees the facilitys activities related to ensuring compliance with PREA.
Plans and conducts PREA administrative investigations potentially involving offenders staff volunteers and contractors. The investigations may include allegations of violation of law policies or rules discipline staff misconduct and require this position to provide support to staff attorneys prosecutors and agency management.
Gathers physical evidence and other information relevant to the investigation. Prepares detailed accurate and timely PREA Summary Reports and helps to ensure that all relevant documents are submitted to the case files.
Receives and reviews facility Incident Reports which identify information which may be used to detect sexual abuse and sexual harassment or indications of abnormal offender or staff activity.
Identifies and locates witnesses victims and suspects and may conduct interviews of all parties by using proper interview techniques in administrative investigations.
May testify in criminal civil and administrative actions as the investigating officer for the department to ensure successful prosecution or determination of the incident.
Grievance Coordinator Duties:
Oversees the facilitys grievance program with responsibilities including but not limited to collecting reviewing responding to and tracking offender grievances.
Ensures all staff are trained to understand the process and their associated responsibilities.
Ensures all offenders receive information on initiation and use of the grievance process.
Tracks analyzes and reports data regarding PREA and grievance-related activities at the facility to facility and agency management.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
Bachelors 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.
The first review of applications will be the week of September 22 2025
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generousState of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered you must attach your resume cover letter and mark the attachments as a Relevant your cover letter state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
Criminal history check
Child/patient/offender abuse registries
Reference checks
NOTICES
Prison Rape Elimination Act - Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force overt or implied threats of force or coercion or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.
Tobacco Free -The use of all tobacco products including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
