Correctional Compliance Program Specialist - Long Creek Youth Development Center

South Portland , Maine , United States | Correctional Services | Full-time

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Correctional Compliance Program Specialist – Long Creek Youth Development Center

Grade 24 : $52,936.00 - $73,715.20 (This rate includes $0.60/hour for institutional stipend)

Job Class Code: 5210

033002011

Open: March 24, 2025

Close: April 07, 2025

CURRENT VACANCY INFORMATION

The Department of Corrections has a current vacancy for a Correctional Compliance Program Specialist located at Long Creek Youth Development Center, South Portland, Maine. This position is open to Department of Corrections as well as outside applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is professional services work in coordinating and managing operational standards and department policies for correctional facilities and community corrections in Maine. This position oversees the facility’s adherence to the standards of the American Correctional Association (ACA) to maintain accreditation. It also manages the facility’s alignment with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) requirements, ensuring ongoing readiness and compliance. This position will assist with County and Municipal detention facility inspections, review/respond to county jail complaints and assist with other projects/duties as assigned. Additional projects such as participating as a member of a statewide audit team investigating and reviewing operational practices and unusual occurrences within the State and County Correctional System. Work is performed under limited supervision.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY:

• Knowledge of American Correction Association (ACA) standards, responsible for tracking compliance with accreditation standards and other performance standards.

• Knowledge of Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), responsible for acting as the facilities PREA Monitor with the ability to complete the duties as set forth for that role.

• Interprets and applies federal and state laws and accrediting agency standards to determine revisions to established state and local correctional facility standards.

• Assists County and Municipal detention facility inspections, review and develop reports for in-custody deaths.

• Inspects adult and juvenile correctional facility physical plants and operations in areas such as administration, food service and sanitation, custody and security, adult and juvenile, male and female accommodations, control and discipline, medical and health services, activities and programs, rights, facility equipment and systems, and training to identify deficiencies.

• Prepares and submits inspection reports which identify violations of correctional facility standards and federal and state laws and regulations to provide information, make recommendations, and initiate corrective actions.

• Assists with other projects/duties as assigned.

• Applies statistical methods to analyze and present data.

• Reviews and analyzes policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to recommend revisions and improvements to management.

• Monitors American Correctional Association standards to ensure compliance with procedures and processes, identify problems, and recommend corrective action.

• Reviews and maintains standard operating procedures and related documents to identify errors, inconsistencies, and possible procedural impact to assist in making necessary revisions and recommendations for change.

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations relating to correctional facility standards.

• Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of penal codes.

• Knowledge of State of Maine municipal, county, and state correctional facility standards.

• Knowledge of life and safety codes.

• Knowledge of law enforcement.

• Knowledge of investigation principles, practices, and techniques.

• Knowledge of statistical methods.

• Knowledge of correctional classification systems, discipline, and security.

• Knowledge of correctional supervision.

• Knowledge of contemporary architecture and designs for correctional facilities, lockups, and short-term detention centers.

• Ability to read and understand architectural blueprints.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Five years of education, training, and/or experience in correctional institution security, social services, resident care and custody programs, and/or community corrections programs and services.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

None

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 plus weeks of vacation leave 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 ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 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 14.53% 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.

  Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.