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Correctional Industries Supervisor 1 (General Industries)

Recruitment # 250812-2366CO-002

Location Somers, CT

Date Opened 9/3/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary $59,110* - $77,231/year (*New state employees start at the minimum)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 9/17/2025 11:59:00 PM

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Are you working in a manufacturing environment and seeking a supervisory position? If so, we invite you to check out this opportunity!

The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Correction ( DOC (https://portal.ct.gov/DOC) ) is recruiting a Correctional Industries Supervisor 1 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=2252CO&R1=undefined&R3=undefined) for Osborn Correctional Institution (https://portal.ct.gov/doc/facility/osborn-ci) in Somers, CT.

Please note, t his list will be used to hire additional positions that may open in the next year.

This position is full time on first shift, 36.25 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:45 AM until 3:00 PM.

Selected candidates will be required to attend a paid 14-week hazardous duty training at the Maloney Center for Training & Staff Development in Cheshire, CT.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

+ Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

+ Professional growth and development opportunities.

+ A healthy work/life balance (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) to all employees.

+ A Hazardous Duty pension plan (https://osc.ct.gov/retirement/) (State Employees Retirement System Tier IV).

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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Correctional Supervisor 1’s in General Industries at Osborn work in the Textile (Clothing) Factory. In the Textile (Clothing) Factory you will:

+ Supervise the use of commercial machines such as Juki, Singer, Gerber plotter, Gerber digitizer.

+ Supervise and instruct inmates in proper methods and techniques of manufacturing process/service, proper use of tools/materials, necessary safety rules/procedures/maintenance, and cleaning/repairing of equipment.

+ Assign work to inmates.

+ Maintain costs, production inventory, and time records.

+ Maintain discipline and enforce security measures within assigned areas.

+ Related duties as required (see Examples of Duties section below).

ABOUT US

The Department of Correction shall strive to be a leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re-entry initiatives to support responsive evidence-based practices geared toward supporting reintegration and reducing recidivism under the Department's supervision. Safety and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility, coinciding with an unwavering respect for the human dignity of staff, victims, citizens and offenders.

The Osborn Correctional Institution recognizes its stewardship responsibilities to the citizens of Connecticut, as well as to the residents of Somers and Enfield. The facility is a medium security institution that houses one of the largest inmate populations of the correctional facilities in the state.

The facility operates under the Unit Management System. Under this model an assigned Unit Manager directs all the functions of their assigned units. There are 17 inmate-housing units each with its own specific institutional function. The Unit Management System enhances safety and security by limiting inmate mass movement and providing for controlled movement during the daily institutional routines.

The facility supports an inpatient medical hospital, a mental health unit, a comprehensive education program, an inpatient Addiction Services unit and one of the largest Correctional Industries Program in the state.

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply (https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=gv0DvDvoILZqNC9i&v=Y8sOb10qYXQ&feature=youtu.be) ! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

BEFORE YOU APPLY

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected] .

+ Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

+ Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=IT&preview=1) to make the best impression!

+ Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics (https://portal.ct.gov/ethics) .

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Ben Beaudry at [email protected] .

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a Department of Correction facility or district this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor and providing instruction for a group of inmates engaged in the manufacture, production or processing of products or services in the occupation indicated by the parenthetical title of the class.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Supervises and instructs inmates in proper methods and techniques of manufacturing process or service, proper use of tools and materials, necessary safety rules and procedures and maintenance, cleaning and repair of equipment;

+ Plans and routes work to be performed, assigning inmates to specific tasks;

+ Estimates needs and requisitions supplies, materials and equipment necessary;

+ Supervises maintenance and/or repair of equipment or arranges for outside service and material;

+ Maintains cost, production inventory and time records and makes necessary reports on operations;

+ Maintains discipline and enforces security measures within assigned areas;

+ Maintains appropriate security procedures for tools, equipment, chemicals, etc.;

+ Reviews and evaluates performance of assigned inmates;

+ Submits reports relative to inmate disciplinary actions, recommendations for "good time", furloughs, reassignments, etc.;

+ May physically restrain inmates, quell disturbances and otherwise assist custodial forces in emergencies;

+ May be required to operate a motor vehicle;

+ Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Considerable knowledge of methods, materials and equipment involved in occupational area;

+ Knowledge of methods and techniques of production planning and control;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral communication skills;

+ Ability to

+ interpret plans, blueprints and diagrams where required;

+ keep records and make reports;

+ perform under stress and remain stable in pressure situations;

+ train, instruct and supervise inmates in methods and techniques of the trade;

+ utilize computer software;

+ Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience in a manufacturing environment involved in the areas of production, production planning and/or quality control which must have included some responsibility for the production output of other workers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

Experience performing technical duties within the maintenance trade area on a military base, aircraft carrier or large compound may be substituted for the General Experience on a year for year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience supervising staff within a manufacturing environment;

+ Experience training, instructing, and monitoring the production output of a diverse group of people;

+ Experience in problem solving and building positive and productive working relationships both up and down the chain of command;

+ Experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel for creating and modifying spreadsheets, and Word for preparing correspondence.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class must have reached their 18th birthday.

+ Incumbents in this class are required to possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification at the time of appointment.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to successfully complete a formal training course in correctional work to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the class.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain either a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License, a Commercial Driver’s License or both.

+ Incumbents may be required to travel.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class.

+ A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to danger of injury or assault by inmates who have access to tools of the trade as weapons and the following discomforts depending upon their industry: loud machine noises, chemical fumes, working in tiring positions, working with dangerous (high speed and/or high temperature, etc.) machinery.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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