Who We Are…

Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

What We Do…

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure, and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov

Are You Ready?

We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!

The Job Opportunity and Duties for Correctional Workshop Specialist (OPI Warehouse):

• Works under direction & requires considerable knowledge of correctional workshop operating policies & procedures of the Ohio Penal Industries (OPI) shop.
• Oversees work of incarcerated individuals assigned to the OPI workshop &/or engaged in service delivery.
• Provides security & custody of incarcerated individuals.
• Trains incarcerated individuals in proper work methods, equipment operation &/or safety practices in the assigned area.
• Enforces institution rules and regulations.
• Maintains control of supplies, equipment, and tools (e.g., issues and records daily tool & chemical usage, inventory supplies).
• Assigns and reviews work (e.g., schedules incarcerated individuals; monitors & evaluates work performed & completes quality control check).
• Ensures quality control specifications of products.
• Prepares & maintains records & reports of workshop activities.
• Inputs data into manufacturing system as assigned, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
• Oversees equipment maintenance (e.g., schedules routine and preventative maintenance) and/or workshop cleaning
• Escorts and/or transports incarcerated individuals.
• Oversees shipping, receiving, storage and/or inventory of products and materials.
• Prepares & submits reports.
• Completes daily and month-end inmate payroll, month-end Earned Credit report, inmate performance evaluations (e.g., annual & special), & weekly inspection report.
• Performs other related duties and security functions as assigned.
• Attends in-service trainings.
• Works on special projects and committees.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Formal education in arithmetic that includes fractions, decimals & percentages; 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in providing work direction to employees or a work crew, 3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in employee training & development.

-Or, for positions assigned to asbestos abatement program, successful completion of the following courses: asbestos building inspection initial course, asbestos management planner initial course & asbestos abatement project supervisor initial course per EPA regulations Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (i.e., AHERA), CRF763 Sub Part E.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Technical Skills: Customer Service, Management, Purchasing, Stores, Inventory, Sales Basic Documentation, Basic Documentation
Professional Skills: Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Creativity, Developing Others, Leading Others

Knowledge of correctional workshop operating policies & procedures*; craft or trade in particular assigned area (e.g., sewing, metal work, carpentry); fractions, decimals, percentages; employee training & development. Skill in operation of hand & power tools & equipment (e.g., drill press, bindery equipment, sewing machine) of particular assigned area. Ability to understand system of mechanical or other specialized procedures; communicate verbally regarding mechanical or non-mechanical matters; stand, walk or bend continuously; move limbs/fingers easily to operate equipment or use tools. (*)Developed after employment.

Helpful Tips

• Application Procedures:
• In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)
• When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
• We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application.
• You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.
• If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also, an applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year. "Not applicable to current state employees".

This position may be subject to Federal Alcohol. Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry, transport, or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from consuming marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.

Pre-Employment Background Investigation:
The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:
• Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
• Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
• Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
• Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior. (example: individuals convicted of a felony involving fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency.)