Investigator

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Location: 2999 US Highway 61 North, Woodville, MS 39669 

Status: Full Time, 8 hour shifts

Benefit package includes:

• Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Civic duty and military leave
• Opportunities for job advancement

Work with a purpose! Wilkinson County Correctional Facility located in Woodville, MS., is now hiring career-minded people to assist with securing the safety of our community while positively impacting the lives of those on the inside. 

Position Summary: Responsible for conducting investigations and reviews of institutional operations in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) Standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC), and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct investigations as directed by the warden
• Assist in gathering intelligence and maintaining accurate records to documents the activities of individuals suspected or known to pose a threat to the security of the institution
• Assist in processing grievances filed by inmates in compliance with all MDOC requirements regarding the inmate grievance system
• Assist in providing written decisions to inmate grievances in a confidential, impartial and effective manner
• Assist in training staff and inmates on the inmate grievance system
• Conduct scheduled reviews of facility operations and programming, including staff training programs, as directed
• Write accurate, timely reports documenting information pertaining to investigations and institutional reviews, and distribute as required by institutional procedures
• Testify at hearing or in court proceedings, presenting evidence of violations
• Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques
• Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years corrections or related experience required, one (1) year of which must be in an investigative or related capacity
• Valid driver's license in the state of Mississippi or Louisiana with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management

Post Hire Requirements:

Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.

Learn more about Management & Training Corporation here