Correctional Compliance Program Specialist - Maine Correctional Center, Windham.

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CURRENT VACANCY INFORMATION
The Department of Corrections has a current vacancy for a Correctional Compliance Program Specialist located at the Maine Correctional Center in Windham, Maine.  This position is open to Department of Corrections personnel and all outside applicants. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is professional services work in coordinating and managing operational standards and department policies for correctional facilities and community corrections in Maine.  Work includes monitoring performance management standards, compliance, policy implementation and processes within municipal, county, and/or state correctional facilities and community corrections. Work may also include participating as a member of a statewide audit team reviewing and investigating operational practices and unusual occurrences within the State and County Correctional System. Work is performed under limited supervision.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY:

• Coordinates and maintains performance management systems to track compliance with accreditation standards and other performance standards.

• Develop and implement correctional facility standards to ensure compliance with departmental goals, objectives and policies.

• Inspects adult and juvenile correctional facility physical plants and operations in areas such as administration, food service and sanitation, custody and security, adult and juvenile, male and female accommodations, control and discipline, medical and health services, activities and programs, rights, facility equipment and systems, and training to identify deficiencies.

• Prepares and submits inspection reports which identify violations of correctional facility standards and federal and state laws and regulations to provide information, make recommendations, and initiate corrective actions.

• Applies statistical methods to analyze and present data.

• Monitors American Correctional Association standards to ensure compliance with procedures and processes, identify problems, and recommend corrective action.

• Knowledge of American Correction Association Standards.

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations relating to correctional facility standards.

• Knowledge of State of Maine municipal, county, and state correctional facility standards.

• Knowledge of law enforcement.

• Knowledge of investigation principles, practices, and techniques.

• Knowledge of statistical methods.

• Knowledge of correctional classification systems, discipline, and security.

• Knowledge of correctional supervision.

• Reviews and maintains standard operating procedures and related documents to identify errors, inconsistencies, and possible procedural impact to assist in making necessary revisions and recommendations for change.

• Reviews and analyzes policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to recommend revisions and improvements to management.

• Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of life and safety codes.

• Ability to read and understand architectural blueprints.

• Assists PREA Manager by Monitoring Prison Rape Elimination Act standards to ensure compliance with procedures and processes, identify problems and recommend corrective action.

• Knowledge of Prison Rape Elimination Act Standards

• Knowledge of Federal Law, State Statute and Local Ordinances

• Prepare and submit annual reports and required documentation to accrediting agencies in compliance with established standards and deadlines.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all accrediting agency inquiries, communications, and audits.

• Interprets and applies federal, state laws, local ordinances, and accrediting agency standards to recommend updates to state and local correctional facility standards.

• Reviews and reports on plans for renovation and new construction and consults with upper management to ensure plans follow established standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Education, training, and/or experience that provides a proven track record of success in correctional institution security, social services, resident care and custody programs, and/or community corrections programs and services.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

 None

BENEFITS:

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 Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.  

• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28 - $12,380.40 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 ($350.40 annual value).  

• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 19% 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 six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.  
• 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.  

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 accommodation is provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. 

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