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Nature of Work
Under general supervision performs advanced work in developing, managing,
monitoring and evaluating a formal inmate disciplinary hearing program. Responsibilities
include planning, implementing, and evaluating the Corrections Hearing Officers'
processes and procedures. An employee in this classification has full supervisory
responsibility over Corrections Hearing Officers assigned to numerous facilities
within the Division of Corrections located throughout the state to include
assigning Corrections Hearing Officers to different facilities as needed.
The scope of responsibility includes planning the operations and procedures
of the program; directing the work of employees; developing, scheduling and
evaluating employees; evaluating effectiveness of processes and procedures;
interpreting statutes, regulations and policies. This position has wide
latitude for the exercise of independent judgment. Performs related work
as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Position assigned to this level will be responsible for supervisory duties
involved with the Corrections Hearing Officers and management of the inmate
disciplinary.
Examples of Work
Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the work of subordinate employees;
establishes performance measures and ensures measures are adhered to.
Coordinates schedule of subordinate employees to ensure coverage in all
institutional units, oversee, and evaluate docket distribution.
Assists in the development of policy and procedure for the inmate disciplinary
hearing process.
Interprets and oversees adherence to federal and state laws, Division of
Corrections regulations and guidelines for compliance with operational procedures.
Assesses training needs, develops, and implements training curriculum for
new and experienced Correctional Hearing Officers.
Monitors and evaluates unit operations and the services provided to inmates.
Develops and implements mechanisms for reporting work activity and monthly
status reports to management.
Assists in the recruitment and selection of staff; recommends disciplinary
matters, staff development and other personnel actions.
Performs as Correctional Hearing Officer on an as needed basis as situations
dictate.
May be required to testify in court proceedings.
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities
Knowledge of modern correctional principles and practices.
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relating to corrections.
Knowledge of Department of Corrections hearing procedures.
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the Division
of Corrections and the assigned institution.
Ability to develop policy and procedure in the area of assignment.
Ability to coordinate program/services on an inter- and intra- agency level.
Ability to plan and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to maintain records of program operations.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Minimum
Qualifications [Top]
Training:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
with a degree in criminal justice, corrections, social work, or related behavioral
science field.
Substitution:
Additional qualifying experience as described below may be substituted
for the required training on a year-for-year basis.
Experience:
Three years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience
in a corrections, probation/parole, law enforcement, military, social work,
recreation, or legal environment.
Substitution:
Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited four year college
or university may substitute for the required training and experience on
a year-for-year basis. OR, A Master's degree from an accredited
college or university in criminal justice, corrections, social work or related
behavioral science field may substitute for the required experience on a
year-for-year basis.
Established: 11-15-07
Effective: 1-1-08