Public Safety Chief Executive Officer
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- 25140213 Requisition #
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- Jan 24, 2025 Post Date
PUBLIC SAFETY DIVISION CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PUBLIC SAFETY DIVISION
HELENA, MT
MISSION - Montana Department of Corrections is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment.
If you want to work making positive changes in the community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position is the Public Safety Chief at the Department of Corrections. This position oversees all
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applications missing required documentation will not be considered.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.
BENEFITS
Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!
NOTICES
Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 - Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.
Tobacco Free - Use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes in Department of Corrections buildings, is prohibited. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is also prohibited.
The Montana Department of Corrections is an EOE/M/F/D/V/SO (Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran, Sexual Orientation)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Five or more years of job-related work experience in corrections and/or law enforcement including senior-level management experience as well as a degree in Political Science, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university required.
- Experience as a Montana POST certified sworn officer is preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of corrections or law enforcement, management, and budgeting best practices is also required.
- Knowledge of evidence-based correctional programming and practices also required.
- An additional four years of management level experience in corrections or law enforcement may substitute for the degree.
