Correctional Intelligence Officer

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About New Castle Correctional Facility: New Castle Correctional Facility is a multi‑level security facility in in New Castle, Indiana, with a capacity of 3,200 incarcerated adult males. It is the first DOC‑owned, privately managedcorrectional facilityin Indiana and has beenoperatedby The GEO Group since 2005. The facility houses incarcerated individuals across security levels 1-4, including those with special needs and maximum‑security classifications. Incarcerated individuals have access to medical care, educational services, therapeutic programming, and vocational training. Staff support a rehabilitative approach that promotes accountability and growth. Partnerships help ensure individuals receive services tailored to their needs. To learn more about New Castle Correctional Facility, click here . The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: Serve as the facilities lead investigator of Investigations and Intelligence. Investigate and gather physical evidence and testimony of incidents/accidents involving staff, offenders, or others associated with the facility. Make recommendations concerning the adequacy of sufficient evidence to warrant further full-scale investigations by higher-level investigators. Investigate correspondence between offenders and staff and ensure it is in compliance to Indiana codes and Departmental policy. Conduct inspections of agency facilities to determine whether security and safety procedures are in place and effective. Assist the leadership with developing, implementing, and monitoring facility/department security procedures. Gather evidence, recover, and accurately label items considered evidence for future use in internal/external cases. Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and American Correctional Association (ACA) standards. Conduct criminal investigations and provide reports, information, and criminal intelligence to outside agencies when appropriate. Participate in trials, provide testimony as expert witness, and testify in court hearings. Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development. Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary. What You'll Need for Success: Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following: Must test negative on all drug screenings. Extensive knowledge of the principles, techniques, and terminology of current investigative practices. Extensive knowledge of security procedures. Considerable knowledge of all federal laws, state statutes, assigned agency rules, policies, and procedures. Advanced knowledge of due process and criminal and civil liability. Working knowledge of Alco-Sensor, field drug test kits, fingerprint, forensic evidence equipment, digital forensic, video surveillance equipment, body worn cameras, and secured electronic storage system. Working knowledge of crime scene preservation. Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow. Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets. A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least 6+ years of experience in corrections, investigative work, law enforcement, or military police with at least three (3) years of experience must be in investigative work and completion of a government sanctioned investigative training program may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience (Proof of completion must accompany application) while applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years Education Reimbursement Program Group life insurance Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Free Parkingfor most positions Free LinkedIn Learningaccess The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr