Correctional Captain - SII

Warren , Maine , United States | Correctional Services | Full-time

Apply by: Sept. 25, 2024

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Correctional Captain - SII

Maine State Prison

POS#04000-3408

Pay Grade: 23 $57,345.60 to $78,644.80 (rate includes a $2/hour Career Incentive Stipend & $0.60/hour Institutional Stipend)

Open: September 11, 2024

Close: September 25, 2024

MDOC is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the ‘Maine Model of Corrections’, we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training.

We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for great team players with a professional attitude, well-developed integrity, and ethics to join us in this mission.

Maine Department of Corrections (MDOC) is accepting applications for Correctional Captain which manages and supervises the activities of the Security, Intelligence, and Investigation (SII) team at Maine State Prison. Responsibilities include providing supervision and training to staff, coordinating and monitoring investigations, and assessing security and threats to the facility, residents and staff at Maine State Prison in Warren, ME.

Duties

• Develop, implement, train, and monitor the SII team as it relates to investigation within the facility.

• Monitors and evaluates current security practices and programs to identify and provide recommendation to ensure the safety of residents, staff, and visitors.

• Identify and assign team to conduct investigations of alleged criminal activity or law violations.

• Leads investigations involving highly responsible and confidential cases regarding alleged violations of security threats, Department Rules, Administrative Directives or criminal offenses by residents, staff, and visitors.

• Coordinate and monitor the evidence collection processes and policies to maintain consistency in the application of policies, procedures and guidelines.

• Research and recommend new investigative equipment to better identify, document, and investigate the conduct of staff, residents, and visitors.

• Identifying the facts and findings in investigations and reviews all reports for clarity, accuracy and completeness prior to submittal.

• Ensure training and required certification are achieved by your specialty teams.

• Make recommendations in administrative investigations.

• Develop and maintain department-wide system security protocols associated with Access Integrity Activities.

• Ensure adherence to all safety codes and regulations for the Department.

• Implement operational procedures.

• Monitor and oversee staff to maintain institutional security, safety, and order, ensuring safe operations at all hours.

• Prepare for and react to situations perceived to be emergencies or potential emergencies.

• Maintain all required certifications such as Basic Corrections Training Program (BCTP), Firearms certification, Mechanics of Arrest, Restraint and Control (MARC) and Mechanics of Effective Restraint and Control (MERC).

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To successfully perform the assigned work once hired, one must possess certain knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge of:

• Interviewing and investigative techniques, principles, and practices.

• Correctional institution rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• The community and its needs to develop and coordinate resources and programs to reduce crime.

• Federal, state, and local laws and ordinances pertaining to violent crime.

• Methods and techniques used in surveillance and developing information sources.

• Research methods, techniques, and practices.

• Departmental laws, rules, policies, and standard operating procedures.

• Legal requirements related to the chain of custody of evidence collection, evidence recognition, and evidence preservation.

• Judicial systems to include legal processes, court room procedures, and rules of evidence.

• Criminal code, laws, rules, and regulations, applicable to and enforced by the Department.

• Methods and techniques used in surveillance and undercover activities.

• Communications and specialized investigative equipment.

Ability To:

• Collect, analyze, and evaluate evidence, records, and data.

• Conduct in-depth investigations, ascertain facts, and form logical conclusions.

• Establish and maintain effective working collaborations with other local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to successfully lead work teams.

• Remain calm when handling critical, emotionally charged and demanding situations while modeling appropriate behavior, attitude, ethics and morals.

• Communicate clearly and effectively orally, verbally, and in writing.

• Use and maintain a firearm.

• Testify in court and administrative proceedings.

• Prioritize investigative assignments and handle difficult and unusual problems.

• Make decisions and act quickly in emergency and dangerous situations.

• Respond to emergencies, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Supervise subordinate staff, residents, and clients.

• Use computer programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Five (5) years of education, training, and/or experience in correctional institution security and/or resident care and custody programs which includes at least two years of responsible correctional supervisory experience.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

Successful completion of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy’s Law Enforcement Pre-Service Course (LEPS).

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95%of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.88% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/rules-policies/policy-practices-manual/Employee-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Federal) .

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

  Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

  There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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