Multiple Correctional Sergeant Permanent and WOC (Pendleton)

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Are you ready to step into a leadership role and take on greater responsibility in maintaining safety security and professional development within the Institution Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution (EOCI) is seeking dedicated and experienced candidates for the position of Correctional Sergeant. This is an excellent opportunity for career advancement while playing a crucial role in maintaining security overseeing staff and guiding AICs toward rehabilitation.

This posting will be for creating a list of qualified candidates for both Permanent and Work out of Class job rotation opportunities.

Note 1: If there are lateral applicant(s) they may be reviewed and interviewed prior to promotional applications.

Note 2:one or more of these positions may be offered as a limited duration anticipated to last 12 months though may be extended or decreased due to business need. Internal candidates may be considered as a job rotation with their current managers approval

About the Job Your Role

As a Correctional Sergeant you will be a senior security staff member responsible for overseeing custody control supervision and daily care of adults in custody while upholding the mission of the Department. You will serve as a lead worker ensuring facility operations run smoothly safely and efficiently. You will supervise AICs during movement assignments monitor high-security areas and conduct security operations such as transports searches and emergency response.

In this role you will also play a key part in staff development assisting in training and potentially mentoring subordinate staff as a Field Training Officer (FTO). You will lead by example modeling professionalism accountability and behaviors that support rehabilitation efforts.

This position is represented by American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) as defined by statute.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in a correctional security setting where your primary duties were the care and custody of AICs;

• Be able to obtain within two weeks an Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Correctional Certificate OR a Correctional Certificate from another government agency;

• Possess a High School Diploma or GED certificate;

• Be 21 years of age or older;

• United States Citizen.

Education will not be accepted as a substitute for the required experience.

Special Qualifications

Have or Ability to obtain a valid Oregon motor vehicle operators license.

Requested Skills

Skill in interpreting inmate behaviors and activities accurately.
Skill in controlling directing and instructing inmates individually and in groups.
Skill in observing and understanding the habits and attitudes of inmates.
Skill in assessing situations resolving problems and making decisions in order to maintain security and safety.
Skill in the use of firearms restraints chemical agents and security devices.
Skill in enforcing institutional rules and regulations with impartiality.
Skill in evaluating emergency situations and taking or recommending corrective measures.
Skill in reading and understanding written policies and procedures and post orders.
Skill in writing reports.
Skill in operating communications equipment such as two-way radio telephone switchboard and public address equipment.

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.

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• 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

The employee works inside a secure adult correctional institution. Daily contact with mostly medium-security AIC in the secure confinement of a correctional institution; subject to call-back in emergencies; works overtime as required. Travel by state vehicle (employee may be required to provide own transportation in performance of duties which is compensated within state rates) to attend meetings. The employee is responsible to personally handle adult in custody incidents in the immediate area. The employee is responsible to prevent escapes from confinement by proper control of keys tools and contraband and documenting unusual incidents as they the event of an emergency may be assigned to any area of the institution. Possible encounters with hostile or abusive AIC poses risk of physical injury.

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.

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: Chris Elliott

Reference Number: REQ-192625

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• 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.