Corrections Investigative Officer 9-P11 (PREA Investigator)

About the role

MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.

THIS POSITION IS BEING REPOSTED. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY APPLIED, YOU DO NOT NEED TO APPLY AGAIN. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.

This position has the ability to be a hybrid position for up to 50% of the pay period. The selected candidate is expected to work a minimum of the first two weeks in the office to assist in learning the position.

The Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) is committed to maintaining safe correctional facilities and to prevent sexual abuse and sexual harassment in correctional facilities. The primary responsibility of this position is to complete investigations into reports of alleged incidents of sexual harassment and sexual abuse.

This position is responsible for reporting various statistics and outcomes of investigations to the PREA Investigations Unit State Administrative Manager. This position expedites timely processing of cases and prepares reports as required. This position will cover investigations in the Central region.

The Central Region (Region 3) covers the following correctional facilities:

• Ionia Correctional Facility (ICF)
• Richard A. Handlon Correctional Facility (MTU)
• Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility (IBC)
• St. Louis Correctional Facility (SLF)
• Central Michigan Correctional Facility (STF)

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• Education
• Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
• Experience
• Corrections Investigative Officer 9
• No specific type or amount is required.

Corrections Investigative Officer 10

One year of experience conducting either broad-based criminal investigations or employee disciplinary investigations equivalent to a Corrections Investigative Officer 9.

Corrections Investigative Officer P11

Two years of experience conducting either broad-based criminal investigations or employee disciplinary investigations equivalent to a Corrections Investigative Officer, including one year equivalent to a Corrections Investigative Officer 10.

Alternate Education and Experience

Corrections Investigative Officer 9

Education level typically acquired through the completion of high school AND one year as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11 or Corrections Shift Supervisor 11; two years as a Corrections Field Services Assistant E10, Corrections Medical Unit Officer E10, Corrections Resident Representative E10, Corrections Security Representative E10, Corrections Transportation Officer E10, Resident Unit Officer E10, or Special Alternative Incarceration Officer E10; or three years as a Corrections Medical Officer E9 or Corrections Officer E9.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

• Positions in this class are test-designated and subject to pre-appointment and random-selection drug and alcohol testing.
• Possession of a valid Michigan operator’s or chauffeur’s license.
• Willingness to submit to a thorough background investigation.
• Absence of a criminal record or other circumstance which would prohibit the applicant from receiving, possessing, and carrying a firearm, or would prevent the applicant from obtaining a concealed weapons permit.

The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification. All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.

Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards. As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest. Please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application. Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form.

All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.

Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date. (Un-official or web-based transcripts will not be accepted.) More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be found here. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at.

The Michigan Department of Corrections is not an E-Verify employer.