Correctional Intelligence Officer

State of Indiana; Carlisle (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabash Valley Correctional Facility in Carlisle, Indiana, seeks a lead Investigator for Investigations and Intelligence to oversee case development, gather evidence, and provide testimony. You will ensure compliance with Indiana laws and ACA standards, supervise staff, and help implement security procedures while coordinating with external agencies and trial teams.

Role emphasizes integrity, discretion, and thorough documentation; requires supervising personnel, setting expectations, and

Qualifications

• Must test negative on all drug screenings.
• Extensive knowledge of investigative practices and security procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of due process and criminal/civil liability.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the facilities lead investigator of Investigations and Intelligence.
• Investigate and gather physical evidence and testimony of incidents involving staff, offenders, or others.
• Make recommendations on evidence sufficiency for further investigations by higher-level investigators.
• Investigate correspondence between offenders and staff; ensure compliance with Indiana codes and departmental policy.
• Conduct inspections to ensure security procedures are in place and effective.
• Assist leadership with developing and monitoring security procedures.
• Gather, label and preserve evidence for internal/external cases.
• Ensure compliance with ACA standards.
• Conduct criminal investigations and provide reports and intelligence to outside agencies.

Skills

Principles of investigations

Security procedures

Due process knowledge

Alco-Sensor & forensic equipment

Delegate

Tools

Alco-Sensor

Fingerprint kits

Forensic equipment

Video surveillance

Body worn cameras

Electronic storage system

Job description

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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.

About Wabash Valley Correctional Facility :

Wabash Valley Correctional Facility is a multi‑level security facility located in Carlisle, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 2,200 incarcerated adult males. The facility includes both maximum‑security and minimum‑security housing. Programs support rehabilitation through educational services, treatment, and specialized initiatives. Notable offerings include the Special Needs Acclimation Program (SNAP), which provides tailored support for individuals with unique needs. The facility also contributes to community service projects supporting local organizations. Staff emphasize public safety, responsibility, and opportunities for personal growth. To learn more about Wabash Valley Correctional Facility, click here .

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Serve as the facilities lead investigator of Investigations and Intelligence.
• Investigate and gather physical evidence and testimony of incidents/accidents involving staff, offenders, or others associated with the facility.
• Make recommendations concerning the adequacy of sufficient evidence to warrant further full-scale investigations by higher-level investigators.
• Investigate correspondence between offenders and staff and ensure it is in compliance to Indiana codes and Departmental policy.
• Conduct inspections of agency facilities to determine whether security and safety procedures are in place and effective.
• Assist the leadership with developing, implementing, and monitoring facility/department security procedures.
• Gather evidence, recover, and accurately label items considered evidence for future use in internal/external cases.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and American Correctional Association (ACA) standards.
• Conduct criminal investigations and provide reports, information, and criminal intelligence to outside agencies when appropriate.
• Participate in trials, provide testimony as expert witness, and testify in court hearings.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

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.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Must test negative on all drug screenings.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, techniques, and terminology of current investigative practices.
• Extensive knowledge of security procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of all federal laws, state statutes, assigned agency rules, policies, and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of due process and criminal and civil liability.
• Working knowledge of Alco-Sensor, field drug test kits, fingerprint, forensic evidence equipment, digital forensic, video surveillance equipment, body worn cameras, and secured electronic storage system.
• Working knowledge of crime scene preservation.
• Ability to delegate