Correctional Sergeant

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT

RIVERSIDE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

BOULDER MT

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 Montanas 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 departments mission to create a safer Montana through accountability rehabilitation and empowerment. Make a difference! Join us today!

The Correctional Sergeant is responsible for supervising and directing the work of Correctional Officers within their assigned area as well as maintaining order discipline and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules regulations policies and laws.

QUALIFICATIONS :

The knowledge skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to :

High School Diploma

Valid Drivers License

Two years of experience as a Correctional Officer

One year of supervisory experience

Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER :

This position requires POST Basic Certification after attending training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy and successfully completing one year of employment with the Department of addition to the training and experience requirements to be POST Certified the successful candidate(s) must :

Be a citizen of the United States of America.

Be at least 18 years of age.

Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search.

Not been convicted of a crime for which could have led to being imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary.

Be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background screen.

Have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana drivers license.

ADDITIONAL 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 and mark the attachment as a Relevant File. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

Successful applicants will be subject to :

Criminal history check

Child / patient / offender abuse registries

Reference checks

NOTICES :

Brady Act & Lautenberg Amendment - Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or is the subject of a court order of protection for an intimate partner or child of such intimate partner cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18 U.S.C. Section 922(g)(91)). Candidates who have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or were issued a court order of protection are not qualified for this position.

Prison Rape Elimination Act - Any person who has 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 any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described 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 secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

Key Skills

guarding,Ieadership skills,Supervising,Incident Management,Computer Operation,Military Experience,Law Enforcement,Conflict Management,Qualitative Research Interviewing,Training & Development,Supervising Experience,Scene Management

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1