Correctional Intelligence Officer

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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.

As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Pendleton Correctional Facility promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re‑entry. We strive to model best Correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity and professionalism. The Pendleton Correctional Facility is a maximum security correctional facility for adult males. The Pendleton Correctional Facility is located in Pendleton, Indiana.

At Pendleton Correctional Facility, incarcerated individuals can participate in educational courses that teach them to read and allow them to earn a GED. Incarcerated individuals can receive substance abuse treatment, participate in parenting classes, stress and anger management courses, and can even learn vocational skills in auto body repair and printing.

As a Correctional Intelligence Officer at the Pendleton Correctional Facility, you will work with a small team of Investigators and Intelligence Analysts in a maximum‑security Indiana Department of Correction facility. A Correctional Intelligence Officer helps contribute to the safety and security of the facility by investigating incidents related to the correctional facility, including but not limited to misconduct by incarcerated individuals or staff, illegal activity by visitors and volunteers, and policy violations, to name a few.

A typical day for a Correctional Investigator includes reviewing digital video footage, monitoring phone calls, and investigating incidents. Correctional Investigators typically work 8‑hour days Monday through Friday and respond to the facility after hours for significant incidents.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Investigate and gather physical evidence and testimony of incidents/accidents involving staff, offenders, or others associated with the facility.
• Conduct criminal investigations and provide reports, information, and criminal intelligence to outside agencies when appropriate.
• Gather evidence, recover, and accurately label items considered evidence for future use in internal/external cases.
• Conduct inspections of facility to determine whether security concerns exist and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and ACA standards.
• Participate in trials, provide testimony as expert witness, and testify in court hearings.
• Observe offender activities and line movements to report issues.
• Investigate correspondence between offenders and staff and ensure it is in compliance with Indiana codes and Departmental policy.

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.

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
• Two (2) years of full‑time experience in corrections, investigative work, law enforcement, or military police. At least one (1) year of experience must be in investigative work.
  • Completion of a government‑sanctioned investigative training program may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience. (Proof of completion must accompany application)
• Must complete the 40‑hour IDOC Investigations Academy within one (1) year of being in the position.
• Must test negative on all drug screenings.
• Specialized knowledge of the principles, techniques, and terminology…