Criminal Justice Planning Specialist

Schedule: Full-time

Who We Are…

Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

What You'll Do:

Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is looking for a dedicated security minded professional to assume the responsibilities of a Criminal Justice Planning Specialist located within the Bureau of Community Sanctions, in Franklin County.

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JOB DUTIES:

Plans, monitors and evaluates various data management systems utilized by the Bureau of Community Sanctions (BCS).

Independently oversees the transfer of Transitional Control (TC) and Treatment Transfer (TT).

Participants from the Halfway House to the Adult Parole Authority (APA) as required.

Monitors various BCS email accounts and responds accordingly.

Oversees the expungement process.

Collects and analyzes submissions from grant and contracted programs to include the Central Pharmacy Process and the TC and TT Rotary accounts.

Responds to inquiries from incarcerated individuals.

Plans by keeping informed of developments or changes in statutes, policies, and procedures, and provides technical advice to agencies and interested parties.

Utilizes DOTS, OCSS, and other data management systems as needed.

Collects data, generates and analyzes reports.

Interacts with other sections within DRC to address BCS issues.

Maintains & promotes good public & human relations.

Provides training to DRC staff and community partners.

Responds both verbally & in writing to inquiries, concerns & complaints.

Assists as needed.

Researches, compiles & analyzes data used in preparation of periodic & special reports & correspondence.

Attends staff meetings, training sessions & seminars.

Participates on committees & other special tasks as required.

Must conduct themselves professionally & in a law-abiding manner, at all times & in accordance with Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction Standards of Employee Conduct.

Performs other duties as assigned.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave

11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in planning & monitoring criminal justice programs.

-Or completion of undergraduate major core program in criminal justice or related field of study (e.g., penology).

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Criminology/Criminal Justice

Technical: Administrative Support/services, Basic Documentation, Clerical & Data Entry, Communications, Customer Service; Professional: Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Organization and Planning, Verbal Communication, Responsiveness