Correctional Major

State of Indiana; Bunker Hill (IN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three medical plan options

Vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program

Health savings account

Deferred compensation 457(b)

Pension plan options

Paid leave policies

Free Parking

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

State of Indiana's Miami Correctional Facility seeks a Correctional Major to oversee security and lead custody staff in a 24‑hour operation. You will coordinate with non‑custody staff, implement policies, and ensure safety for staff and incarcerated individuals.

The Major’s role emphasizes leadership in a high‑security environment. The salary starts at $67,314.00 and may be commensurate with education and experience; a $50 per shift bonus is available for specific duties.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or HSE and at least 5+ years in a correctional institution, law enforcement, or military law enforcement.
• Two years of supervisory or accredited college training in a related field.
• Must successfully complete all mandatory State and DOC training.
• Broad knowledge of correctional programs and security procedures.
• Ability to develop and implement new correctional policies and procedures.
• Ability to conduct interviews and abide by recruitment, selection, promotion, and retention policies.

Responsibilities

• Direct custody staff in maintaining the security and safety of offenders, buildings, and grounds.
• Monitor operations of each shift and provide supervision for all areas of the facility.
• Responsible for facility inspections, emergency plans and annual internal audits.
• Monitor overtime to ensure proper coverage and overtime procedure compliance.
• Approve/deny all leave requests for Captains and Lieutenants including vacation roster.
• Monitor performance and coaching entries for consistent entries by all custody supervisors.
• Assist in preparing/revising the master roster to best utilize custody staff and provide coverage of posts.
• Assist in developing, revising, and implementing all custody/security related policies, post orders and procedures.
• Consult with directors in matters pertaining to unit and facility security.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities for development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate performance of employees.

Skills

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Drug screening

Correctional knowledge

Policy development

Interviewing

Legal compliance

Management

Emergency leadership

Relationship building

Delegation

Feedback & coaching

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

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 Miami Correctional Facility:

Miami Correctional Facility is a level‑four high‑medium‑security facility located in Bunker Hill, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 3,100 incarcerated adult males. The facility sits on former Grissom Air Force Base property and also includes a level‑one facility with capacity for more than 200 incarcerated adult males. Miami Correctional Facility offers extensive educational and vocational programming, including a Braille translation program and a sewing shop serving community partners. Incarcerated individuals gain hands‑on skills that build employability for re‑entry and the programs help individuals develop strong work habits and meaningful experience. To learn more about Miami Correctional Facility, click here .

Employees at Miami Correctional Facility support the safe and secure operations of the facility 24 hours a day 7 days per week. Depending on operational needs, assignments will include working with state incarcerated individuals and/or federal detainees.

Role Overview:

As a Correctional Major, you will be responsible to oversee the security of the facility as you work directly with a team of custody staff and coordinate with non‑custody staff members to ensure the safety of both staff and incarcerated individuals. Successful applicants will encourage a diverse work environment as a member of the facility’s administrative team. The Major’s schedule will be flexible enough to provide oversight and leadership to a 24‑hour a day operation.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculatorto view the total compensation package.

Eligible custody staff who complete required training and certification to perform federal detention duties will receive a $50 non‑discretionary bonus for each shift that they are assigned those duties.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Direct custody staff in maintaining the security and safety of offenders, buildings, and grounds.
• Monitor operations of each shift and provides general/technical supervision for all areas of the facility.
• Responsible for facility inspections, emergency plans and annual internal audits.
• Monitor all overtime to ensure proper coverage and overtime procedure compliance.
• Approve/deny all leave requests for Captains and Lieutenants including vacation roster.
• Monitor performance and coaching entries for consistent entries by all custody supervisors.
• Assist in preparing/revising the master roster to best utilize custody staff and provide coverage of posts.
• Assist in developing, revising, and implementing all custody/security related policies, post orders and procedures.
• Consult with directors in matters pertaining to unit and facility security.
• 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:

• Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must test negative on all drug screenings.
• Ability to successfully completion of the Correctional Training Institute program or a similar training program acceptable to the Department of Correction.
• Broad knowledge of correctional programs and security procedures in a correctional facility.
• A thorough knowledge of department policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federallaw and American Correctional Association (ACA) standards relative to corrections.
• Ability to develop and implement new correctional policies and procedures and to discern future implications as well as analyze, interpret, and correlate technical correctional material.
• Ability to conduct interviews and abide by all applicable laws, policies and procedures related to the recruitment, selection, promotion, and retention of staff.
• Ability to abide by and enforce the laws and policies related to Aff
• Excellent managerial, mentoring, and coaching skills
• Ability to act as the subject matter expert in all custody matters.
• Function as the lead in emergency conditions.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships and problem solve with supervisors, subordinates, and other staff within the unit, institution, and agency, as well as individuals in other agencies or in the general public.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

You must satisfy the following requirements to Continue employment:

• Ability to successfully complete all mandatory State and DOC training including DOC Supervisory Training Program, First Aid, and CPR courses.

A degree is not required.However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least 5+ years of experience in a correctional institution, law enforcement or military law enforcement, plus two (2) years’ of which must include experience as a correctional supervisor or accredited college training in a related field applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

This role provides supervision for incarcerated individuals and requires a high level of judgment and care.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .