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Departmental Specialist 13

State of Michigan
State of Michigan Salary
Saint Louis, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/5/2026

Job Description

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This position functions as a liaison with the prisoner population, as well as outside law enforcement agencies, for the Warden. Facility Coordinator for the Warden's Forum, member of the Security Classification Committee which involves direct participating in the prisoner disciplinary process. Interviews prisoners on policy and procedure issues, responds to prisoner kites, questions and concerns received in the Warden's Office. In addition to making rounds inside the secure perimeter of the Level IV "close" facility, also escorts various staff for the purpose of monthly and annual inspections and tours inside the secure perimeter of the facility. Reviews Visiting Applications on behalf of the Warden. Is responsible for the creation, review and updating of facility Operating Procedures. Prepares all Warden's Office Memorandums, involved in updating the Prisoner Rules and makes updates as needed. Prepares all requests to restrict and restore visiting privileges to the Deputy Director. The position also functions as the Media Liaison and the Self-Audit/Performance-Audit Coordinator. Performance of Duties 1, 2, 3 and 4 require direct contact with prisoners for more than 50% of work time.

Required Education and Experience

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.


Experience
Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

Additional Requirements and Information

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 attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date. More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be found here. (un-official or web based transcripts will not be accepted)

If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766.

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.

**** REQUIRED INFORMATION: 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)

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications
Equivalent combinations of nonprofessional experience, identified by the appointing authority and approved by Civil Service that are represented by subclass codes, will be accepted for classified, professional experience equivalent to the P11-level and above. The nonprofessional experience must be related to departmental programs and services that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certain positions may be assigned subclass codes and individuals appointed must possess the required specialized experience.
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalSpecialist.pdf (Download PDF reader)

Position Description

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Benefits:

401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance

Salary : $32 - $48

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