Inmate Services Coordinator

Inmate Services Coordinator

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 Public Safety Division operates Montana's prisons safely and securely and provides supervision and support for offenders in the community through its Probation and Parole Bureau. The work performed in this division is integral to the department's mission to create a safer Montana through accountability, rehabilitation, and empowerment. Make a difference! Join us today!

The Inmate Services Coordinator is responsible for managing inmate services, which include, but is not limited to: hobby, photo shop, beauty shop, canteen, grounds and all inmate workers. This position is responsible for coordinating recruitment and selection of inmate workers, as well as supervising and directing inmate workers within the area of responsibility. The Inmate Services Coordinator also assists in developing inmate job profiles, ensuring monthly performance evaluations, and verifying/approving timesheets for inmate workers. The hourly rate of this position will increase by $1.00 per hour or 2.5%, whichever is greater, effective July 1, 2026, in accordance with HB13.

Qualifications: The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to: High School Diploma 1 or more years of job-related work experience Experience using Microsoft computer software such as Word, Excel, and Outlook Valid Driver's License Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Benefits: Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits. State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public 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 File". In 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 The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website.

Notices: Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution; 2) 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 3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter, 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 buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

Salary: $26.55-28.04 Hourly Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time Job Type: Standard Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Primary Location: Billings Agency: Department of Corrections Union: Montana Federation of Public Employees Posting Date: Jun 11, 2026, 8:32:30 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Jun 29, 2026, 5:59:00 AM Required Application Materials: Resume Contact Name: John Roy | Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io | Contact Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io