Deputy Warden (Operations and Programs) - Maine State Prison
Public Service Manager II
Position #: 036000201
Class Code/Title: MO33/Public Service Manager II
Grade: 33
Salary: $81,224.00 - $114,836.80/Annually
Opening Date: October 17, 2024
Closing Date: October 24, 2024
Maine State Prison in Warren, ME, is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to join our team as a Deputy Warden of Operations-Programs. This position plays a critical role in fulfilling the mission of Maine Department of Corrections, ‘Making our Communities Safer by Reducing Harm through Supportive Intervention, Empowering Change, and Restoring Lives’, through the ‘Maine Model of Corrections’. The Maine Department of Corrections is committed to a new model of corrections, one promoting the safety and wellbeing of staff and residents, while also ensuring residents and community clients see fewer barriers as they meaningfully engage with rehabilitative-focused services. Our model is founded in the principles of normalization and humanization, with emphasis on destigmatization, respect, and modernization of the Department as a whole. You will oversee ongoing treatment plans and the development and implementation of risk-focused intervention treatment plans for our facility. As the Deputy Warden, you will work closely with all departments within the facility, and in the community to reduce recidivism and provide comprehensive services to residents in our care.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, develop, coordinate, and support correctional programming, as well as security of operations at the facility.
- Collaborate closely with all other departments within the facility to meet the mission of restoring lives.
- Oversight and management of personnel matters, security, case management, and resident programs and services.
- Utilize programs and techniques to address barriers to successful re-entry.
- Participate in long-range planning for new programs, goals, and objectives, contributing valuable insights and expertise.
- Apply knowledge of security requirements, techniques, practices, and principles of institutional programming.
Desired Qualities and Experience:
- Able to apply knowledge of modern correctional practices to provide effective programs, services, and techniques that promote the Maine Model of Corrections, and remove barriers.
- Ability to motivate and direct large groups in a diverse environment.
- Strong communication skills encouraging the joint effort of staff and residents to identify opportunities in programming, security and affect change with a large group at a senior management level.
- Ability to interpret and enforce rules, regulations, and policies.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and analyze issues, make sound recommendations, and reach logical conclusions.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Business, or Public Administration, or a related field. Eight years of progressively responsible experience in corrections and/or law enforcement or institutional/community mental health work. Four years of experience in a managerial and/or advanced administrative capacity. Related experience may be substituted for educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience.
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 annually. 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 a 18.21% 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 four 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 accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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