Deputy Warden, Manager of Correctional Operations, PSM II – Maine State Prison
*ANTICIPATED VACANCY* & *Confidential*
Grade 32: $77,896.00 - $110,073.60
Job Class Code: MO32
04000.0771
Opening Date: April 18, 2025
Closing Date: May 02, 2025
The Department of Corrections is accepting applications for Public Service Manager II – Deputy Warden Administrative Services at the Maine State Prison in Warren, Maine. This position is open to current Maine DOC employees who wish to transfer to this facility and all outside candidates.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Maine State Prison is the Department of Corrections’ largest correctional institution, housing residents of all classifications. This position’s primary responsibility is to administer and oversee operational programs and initiatives to ensure consistent implementation of institutional wide programs and services that support financial services, food services, industries program, maintenance services, warehouse/inventory services and Retail Showroom for the Maine State Prison and Bolduc Correctional Facility.
This position should be responsible for providing direction and guidance to assigned program services staff with consideration to existing bargaining union contract language; develop performance evaluation standards and procedures to provide information to staff on the expected work performance and to ensure objective appraisal of subordinate’s performance.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY:
· Knowledge of State and Federal budget processes.
· Knowledge of Government accounting principles, practices and standards.
· Knowledge of financial and management analysis techniques.
· Knowledge of National Correctional Standards.
· Knowledge of rules and regulations governing the conduct of residents.
· Knowledge of Correctional supervisory principles and practices in dealing with subordinate employees.
· Knowledge of Correctional Facility security and safety systems and communications.
· Knowledge of best P\practices in correctional programming.
· Ability to interpret and enforce correctional center rules, regulations, policies, practices and procedures.
· Ability to direct and administer correctional programs at a senior management and/or executive level.
· Ability to develop and implement correctional policies, procedures and compliance systems and monitor goals and objectives.
· Ability to direct large groups of people in a correctional setting.
· Ability to lead and direct change in the field of Corrections.
· Ability to supervise and manage a diverse staff and build effective teams.
· Ability to communicate effectively in an environment with multiple organizational levels.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Social Science, Business or Public Administration or related field, and eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal or human resources management and facility operations, including four (4) years of experience in a supervisory capacity. Related experience may be substituted for education requirements on a year-for-year basis
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
None
BENEFITS:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
- Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
- Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 19.63% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
- Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
- Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
- Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodation is provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.