What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Phy Plant Dir-DOC position at State of Indiana?
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About the Indiana Department of Correction (DOC):
We promote public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. As the model of best correctional practices, we strive to return productive citizens to our communities and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
About the Job:
As the Correctional Physical Plant Director, you will be responsible for managing all utility, powerhouse, and maintenance functions at a State correctional facility. In this position, you will inspect daily tasks and projects for timeliness and quality, while ensuring that all maintenance employees are properly trained in equipment operations and safety procedures.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Direct the operation of the powerhouse in determining work priorities, which includes planning maintenance, construction, and repairs to ensure safe and efficient generation and distribution of steam and water systems.
- Supervise water softening and water treatment plants, operation of sewage disposal plants and electrical and/or air conditioning systems.
- Coordinate and oversee the preventive maintenance programs like repairs, renovations, remodeling, or construction within the powerhouse or the facility.
- Explain to the supervisors and the team, changes in policies, programs, or objectives as well as use of new tools and equipment.
- Schedule deadlines and review progress and operation of each department.
- Develop training programs for all trades including specialty trades for the powerhouse and water and sewage plants and supervise the implementation of these programs.
- Maintain inventory records, prepare budget recommendations, and approve requisitions for supplies and equipment.
- Ensure all safety standards are maintained as per Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.
- Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
- Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
- High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) required.
- Five (5) years of full-time experience in the operation and maintenance of steam generating plants; steam, water, sewage, and electrical distribution systems and general building maintenance. In addition, four (4) years of experience as a supervisor is required.
- Must test negative on all drug screenings.
- Thorough knowledge of safety standards to ensure efficient operation.
- Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, materials, and equipment used in all trades.
- Thorough knowledge of the methods involved in operation of all utility functions such as water softening and treatment, sewage disposal, air conditioning and electrical distribution.
- Thorough knowledge of facility and state personnel policies, rules, and procedures.
- Ability to plan, understand, and interpret detailed plans, blueprints, and specifications.
- Ability to coordinate maintenance, utility, and powerhouse activities into an efficient, effective operation.
- Ability to maintain records and prepare a variety of reports and budget justifications.
- Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
- Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
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A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid new parent leave
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruit, select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
Salary : $59,800 - $0