What are the responsibilities and job description for the Department of Corrections Inspector 3 (Statewide/Hybrid) Job Rotation Opportunity for ODOC, BPPPS, OCE Employees Only position at Oregon Department of Corrections?
Initial Posting Date
01/13/2025
Application Deadline
01/23/2025
Agency
Department of Corrections
Salary Range
$6,048 - $8,920
Position Type
Employee
Position Title
Department of Corrections Inspector 3 (Statewide/Hybrid) Job Rotation Opportunity for ODOC, BPPPS, OCE Employees Only
Job Description
Department of Corrections Inspector 3 (Statewide/Hybrid) Job Rotation Opportunity for ODOC, BPPPS, OCE Employees Only
Office of Inspector General/ Professional Standards Unit – Statewide/Hybrid
Oregon Department of Corrections
The Office of Inspector General is actively seeking to fill a job rotation as a Department of Corrections Inspector 3 in the Professional Standards Unit.
This position is a job rotation anticipated to last 12 months, though may be extended or decreased due to business need. This rotation is available for current, regular status employees (temporary and contract employees excluded) of the Oregon Department of Corrections, Oregon Corrections Enterprises, or Oregon Board of Parole, Probation, and Post-Prison Supervision with their current manager's approval. The hiring manager for this position is Assistant Inspector General Bonny McCoy.
This position is approved for hybrid work but will be required to travel to other facilities.
About The Job – Your Role
This position reflects the highest level of investigative knowledge and experience regarding internal workplace and misconduct investigations. The incumbent gathers and analyzes information for administrative or criminal proceedings, prepares comprehensive reports, and provides consultation and oversight to senior management. Responsibilities include collaborating with law enforcement agencies and contributing to policy and procedural improvements.
This position is management services and may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
Four years of full-time investigative experience that included fact finding; collecting and preserving evidence according to the rules of evidence; examining records; locating and interviewing witnesses to verify or disprove claims of suspected law violations.
OR
Four years of experience in a correctional institution that included interviewing adults in custody to gather facts, collect evidence, do searches and document violations of administrative or criminal regulations for the purpose of disciplinary action.
Preference will be given to those currently in a management service position.
Special Qualifications
How To Apply
This position primarily serves correctional institutions located throughout Oregon and may be housed in a correctional institution. There is an inherent responsibility to support correctional security staff during periods of AIC unrest. The incumbent of this position is subject to call back in the event of an emergency or work stoppage and is subject to assignment in any area of the institution. Possible encounters with abusive and/or hostile AIC pose a risk to physical injury. Employee is responsible for sound security practices, ensuring the prevention of escape from confinement by properly exercising control over AICs, keys, tools, contraband and may be called to respond to emergency situations.
Investigators are required to travel frequently to Oregon correctional institutions and facilities spread across the state, sometimes on very short notice (or immediately). Frequent long hours and overnight travel may be required. Incumbent must have a valid driver’s license.
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to promote public safety by holding offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of future criminal behavior.
The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.
Benefits
The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:
The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.
Additional Information – Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be contacted through Workday or have additional tasks to complete.
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.
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). 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. Learn more about PREA.
Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application.
Questions
If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.
Recruiter: Cynthia Rodriguez, Cynthia.Rodriguez@doc.oregon.gov
Reference Number: REQ-173028
01/13/2025
Application Deadline
01/23/2025
Agency
Department of Corrections
Salary Range
$6,048 - $8,920
Position Type
Employee
Position Title
Department of Corrections Inspector 3 (Statewide/Hybrid) Job Rotation Opportunity for ODOC, BPPPS, OCE Employees Only
Job Description
Department of Corrections Inspector 3 (Statewide/Hybrid) Job Rotation Opportunity for ODOC, BPPPS, OCE Employees Only
Office of Inspector General/ Professional Standards Unit – Statewide/Hybrid
Oregon Department of Corrections
The Office of Inspector General is actively seeking to fill a job rotation as a Department of Corrections Inspector 3 in the Professional Standards Unit.
This position is a job rotation anticipated to last 12 months, though may be extended or decreased due to business need. This rotation is available for current, regular status employees (temporary and contract employees excluded) of the Oregon Department of Corrections, Oregon Corrections Enterprises, or Oregon Board of Parole, Probation, and Post-Prison Supervision with their current manager's approval. The hiring manager for this position is Assistant Inspector General Bonny McCoy.
This position is approved for hybrid work but will be required to travel to other facilities.
About The Job – Your Role
This position reflects the highest level of investigative knowledge and experience regarding internal workplace and misconduct investigations. The incumbent gathers and analyzes information for administrative or criminal proceedings, prepares comprehensive reports, and provides consultation and oversight to senior management. Responsibilities include collaborating with law enforcement agencies and contributing to policy and procedural improvements.
This position is management services and may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
Four years of full-time investigative experience that included fact finding; collecting and preserving evidence according to the rules of evidence; examining records; locating and interviewing witnesses to verify or disprove claims of suspected law violations.
OR
Four years of experience in a correctional institution that included interviewing adults in custody to gather facts, collect evidence, do searches and document violations of administrative or criminal regulations for the purpose of disciplinary action.
Preference will be given to those currently in a management service position.
Special Qualifications
- Must have a valid driver's license and the ability for overnight travel.
- Knowledge of Laws, rules and regulations, and standards applicable to the confinement of individuals in the State of Oregon
- Correctional institution operating procedures
- Rules of evidence, including legal sources of obtaining information, chain of custody, and legal sufficiency of evidence
- Experience gathering preliminary information for allegations related to employment issues, misconduct, and criminal activities
- Reviewing reported misconduct to identify any safety risks
- Advanced investigative skills and proficiency in conducting fair, objective investigations in compliance with laws, policies, and labor agreements
- Managing and coordinating multiple caseloads simultaneously
- Interviewing and questioning witnesses and subjects to obtain information
- Preparing investigative reports
- Analyzing conflicting allegations, testimony, and documentary records
- Experience clearly explaining information, using appropriate language, and actively listening to concerns
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with staff, AICs, and external law enforcement agencies
How To Apply
- Submit a formatted cover letter, no more than two (2) pages and describe your experience conducting investigations and how you feel you meet the minimum qualifications. Please be specific and include any knowledge, skills, and training gained through your experience. Failure to upload a cover letter or fully address the prompt may result in the dismissal of your application.
- Submit a two (2) page written report which shows past investigative work you have done. If sending a full investigative report, select two (2) pages which best reflect your investigative work, documentation, and writing style. Failure to upload a written report or fully address the prompt may result in the dismissal of your application.
This position primarily serves correctional institutions located throughout Oregon and may be housed in a correctional institution. There is an inherent responsibility to support correctional security staff during periods of AIC unrest. The incumbent of this position is subject to call back in the event of an emergency or work stoppage and is subject to assignment in any area of the institution. Possible encounters with abusive and/or hostile AIC pose a risk to physical injury. Employee is responsible for sound security practices, ensuring the prevention of escape from confinement by properly exercising control over AICs, keys, tools, contraband and may be called to respond to emergency situations.
Investigators are required to travel frequently to Oregon correctional institutions and facilities spread across the state, sometimes on very short notice (or immediately). Frequent long hours and overnight travel may be required. Incumbent must have a valid driver’s license.
- Frequent Travel: Inspectors travel extensively statewide, often on short notice.
- Exposure Risks: Potential encounters with hostile individuals, physical resistance, or hazardous materials.
- Physical Demands: May include lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, kneeling, and repetitive motions.
- Environment: Work may be conducted in correctional facilities, remote sites, or office settings with interruptions and shifting priorities.
- Additional Tasks: Conduct surveillance, monitor AIC communications, and handle evidence in compliance with strict guidelines.
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to promote public safety by holding offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of future criminal behavior.
The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.
Benefits
The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:
- Family health, vision, and dental insurance
- Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
- 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
- Optional short and long-term disability
- Term life insurance
- Fully paid retirement program
- Oregon Saving Growth Plan
- Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
- And more
- After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
- Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
- The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
- Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
- Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
- A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
- A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!
The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.
Additional Information – Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be contacted through Workday or have additional tasks to complete.
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.
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). 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. Learn more about PREA.
Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application.
Questions
If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.
Recruiter: Cynthia Rodriguez, Cynthia.Rodriguez@doc.oregon.gov
Reference Number: REQ-173028
- Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You may lose progress on your application.
- Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours.
- 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 applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
- 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. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.
Salary : $6,048 - $8,920
