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CURRENT VACANCY INFORMATION

The Department of Corrections, Adult Community Corrections, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Regional Correctional Manager located in region 3, Bangor. This position will be the primary point of contact/supervision for Region III probation officers and will include other RCM duties including oversight of a transitional housing program.  This position is open for current Department of Corrections.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a managerial position designed to assist the Regional Correctional Administrators in planning, coordinating, directing and evaluating community corrections staff performance, and monitoring policy and procedural compliance. As a Regional Correctional Manager, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of quality performance standards for Adult Community Probation Officers in your assigned region.

This position includes oversight of a transitional living program for recently released residents and clients of the department of corrections.  You will work with staff and stakeholders in leading your officers in evidence-based best practices in community corrections. You will also play a critical role in supervising, coaching, and leading Probation Officers in promoting the goals, policies, and mission of the Maine Department of Corrections.

REQUIREMENTS

In order to be successful in this field you will need to have knowledge in areas such as:

• Policy formation and implementation.
• Evidence-based practices and principles.
• Management and supervisory principles and practices.
• Social service agencies.
• Treatment modalities and community resources.

As well, you must have the ability to:

• Communicate effectively.
• Lead and manage people and resources.
• Incorporate evidence-based practices into daily activities.
• Implement goals.
• Exercise discretion and sound judgment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

-Five (5) years of training, education, or experience in either adult or juvenile community corrections programs and services.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class.)

-Annual firearms qualification.

State of Maine 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 well-being with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 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 ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes a percentage 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 – One of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additionally, 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.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment. 

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 accommodation is provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Thinking about applying?

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply for jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.

REMINDER: Current state employees should apply for new open positions through PRISM using the “Find Jobs” report within the system, not through the external career page. More information on how to apply for jobs in PRISM can be found on the PRISM Learning - Home page under “Job Aids”. Please contact your HR team with any questions or for support.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

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