Assistant Superintendent, Correctional Institution Manager 3 - Salem, United States - State of Oregon

Description

Initial Posting Date:
04/08/2024


Application Deadline:
05/02/2024


Agency:
Department of Corrections


Salary Range:
$7599 - $11752


Position Type:
Employee


Position Title:
Assistant Superintendent, Correctional Institution Manager 3 (Salem) Multiple positions for ODOC, BPPPS, OCE employees only


Job Description:
Assistant Superintendent, Correctional Institution Manager - Multiple positions for ODOC, BPPPS, OCE employees only

Oregon State Penitentiary (Salem)

Oregon Department of Corrections

The Oregon Department of Corrections is encouraging innovative professionals who want to make a real difference in the lives of others and to find personal fulfillment in their role to apply for the Assistant Superintendent of Security and the Assistant Superintendent Correctional Rehabilitation & Special Housing for the Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP) in Salem.

The Oregon State Penitentiary is hiring for two Assistant Superintendents to join our dynamic team. We are hiring for Assistant Superintendent of Security and the Assistant Superintendent of Correctional Rehabilitation & Special Housing.

The Department is seeking innovative skills in effecting organizational change and development that will capably address growth and prison reform.

Successful candidates must possess the collaboration skills required to work effectively with the institution management teams, staff, labor unions, and community and private sector partners.

This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants.

You MUST be a current, permanent employee of the Oregon Department of Corrections, Oregon Corrections Enterprise, or Board of Parole to apply.

This recruitment is for those who meet full qualifications. All interested parties are encouraged to apply. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Position Overview

These positions serve directly under the Superintendent and functions as their principal advisor in a multitude of subjects that may include security management of 2000+ Adults in Custody, procedures, programs, staffing and more.

The Assistant Superintendent Correctional Rehabilitation/Special Housing is responsible for the direction and management of the Correctional Rehabilitation and Activities Sections, as well as Special Housing, which includes security related issues in the Behavioral Health Unit (BHU), the Mental Health Infirmary (MHI), Intermediate Care Housing (ICH) and the Disciplinary Segregation Unit (DSU).

This position is responsible for all aspects of personnel management, including security staff that are assigned to work in Special Housing.

This person is the Superintendent's liaison with to Behavioral Health Services, Work Force Development, Reentry and Release, Education, Correctional Case Management and Religious Services.

Duties and workload are subject to change based on the needs of the Department and institution.

The Assistant Superintendent of Security is responsible for the direction and management of the Security Section, which includes security related issues in Health Services, WBE and Industries.

This person is charged with the responsibility of institution security and directs the security operations of the Penitentiary which includes security staffing, housing, tool and key control, emergency equipment, perimeter surveillance and security, emergency response system, reducing idleness, encouraging contact with the community ensuring appropriate classification and assignment, and to provide for the safety and protection of staff, adults in custody, and the community in order to reduce the risk of criminal conduct.

Directs the security work force uniformed staff, including Captains, Lieutenants, Sergeants, Corporals, and Officers. Duties and workload are subject to change based on the needs of the Department and institution.

The Assistant Superintendents serve as Acting Superintendent of the Penitentiary during the Superintendent's absence, is assigned to Duty Officer-of-the-Day as scheduled and are a member of the Executive Management Team.

Direct the daily operation of the institution in compliance with current statutory, administrative, and case law; to ensure program concepts and goals are being met, including fiscal planning, budget management, and labor contract administration.

Must be prepared to make decisions to resolve issues and questions regarding operations during routine and emergency situations at the Penitentiary.

These positions are responsible for all aspects of personnel management, planning, and development of long-range program objectives and short-range operational goals.

Attends multiple meetings weekly, meets with staff and AICs as well as representatives of law enforcement agencies and representatives from other correctional institutions, to ensure that program concepts and goals are being met.

Must be prepared to make decisions to resolve issues and questions regarding programs and security at the Penitentiary.

Minimum Qualifications

Your application materials will be reviewed to verify that you have:

• Seven (7) years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience;

OR

• Four (4) years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes:

• Executive management of an institution or facility
• Recruiting, interviewing, and succession planning
• Budget management and reporting
• Working with public unions and labor contracts
• Knowledge of security audit standards
• Knowledge of correctional practices
• Personnel management
• Strategic leadership
• Effective communication
• Organizational and project management

How to Apply:

• In the Job History section of your online Workday application clearly describe your experience as it relates to the minimum and general knowledge requirements and requested skills. Applications submitted with incorrect information will be rejected.
• You must be a permanent employee of Oregon Department of Corrections, Oregon Corrections Enterprises, or Board of Parole to apply.
• Applicant must attach a formatted cover letter no more than 2 pages (in PDF format) addressing the following:
• How do you foster an environment that promotes DEI&B?
• How do you create an atmosphere of continuous learning and development for staff at all stages in their career?
• How do you promote the DOC's shared vision and mission in a team environment?

Failure to attach the cover letter will result in the dismissal of your application.

Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to an interview.

In the Job History section of your online application clearly describe your experience as it relates to the minimum and special qualifications, requested skills, and/or desired attributes.

Be sure to demonstrate you have obtained any skills requested or required through education, work experience, or by showing you have transferable skills (i.e., skills obtained through military education or experience) that substantially relate to this position.

Failure to provide this information may result in eliminating your application from further consideration.

Requirements for Employment

You must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following convictions are likely to result in being disqualified for this position:
felony convictions, computer theft, identify theft and fraud. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer.

The Selection Process - We expect to

• Initial review of minimum qualifications, knowledge, and skills.
• Consideration of top candidates - Recruitment will review and refer the top candidates to the hiring manager.
• There will be interviews and/or testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
• Background check and reference checks - All finalists must pass a thorough a criminal record check and reference check.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes family health and dental insurance, optional short and long-term disability and term life insurance - all of which can be tailored to individual needs.

Also provided are fully paid retirement program, modest life insurance policy, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.

Position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Additional Information:

IMPORTANT:
Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights )

ODOC is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone (that will have direct contact with residents) who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings.

For more information regarding PREA please visit:
United States Department of Justice.

Veterans' Preference

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility.

Please note - if you checked you are a veteran, you will be asked to upload your documents later in the application process, after you have applied.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter, Maria Arellano and reference number: REQ


The fine print:

• Warning The system will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You must submit your application after you begin the process - you cannot save your progress and come back to it later.
• Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours. Please plan accordingly.
• This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies.
• We may also use other factors to help us decide who will move forward, such as your related work experience, education, and overall professionalism of your application materials.
• Do not attach extra documents. We will only review documents requested in the posting.
• ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
• This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
• Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.