Correctional Trades Supervisor : Maine State Prison- EMPLOYMENT REGISTER

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CERT: Correctional Trades Supervisor - Maine State Prison, Warren. EMPLOYMENT REGISTER.

Grade 20: $28.39/hr - $36.69/hr
(Rate includes $1.00/hr Direct Care Stipend)
Job Class Code: 9013
04000.0571
Open: September 09, 2026
Close: September 22, 2026

MDOC is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the ‘Maine Model of Corrections’, we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training. We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for great team players with a professional attitude and well-developed integrity and ethics to join us in this mission.

 

The Bureau of Human Resources is accepting applications to establish a register to fill a vacancy at the Maine State Prison, Warren.

This position specifically handles purchasing & procurement for MSP/BCF. Correctional Trades Supervisor oversees inventory functionality for facility warehouse & supervises four employees assigned to said warehouse.

 

This is the structure and craft work of a supervisory nature, directing and overseeing a correctional trade's on-the-job training program at a correctional facility. Work includes coordinating and overseeing a staff, teaching resident workers, inspecting work, and submitting progress reports. Work is performed under limited supervision. This position will be responsible for supporting purchasing/procurement efforts.

Typical Duties:

• Coordinates and directs the operation of a correctional trades on-the-job training program in order to teach residents a trade and complete projects at a correctional facility.
• Estimates and orders materials needed in order to complete the facility projects & daily operations.
• Tracks perpetual inventory for warehouse items.
• Follow state procurement purchasing guidelines & processes.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•   Knowledge of correctional trades program goals and objectives
• Knowledge of accepted principles, practices, techniques, and materials used in the specified trade.
• Knowledge of correctional security procedures.
• Knowledge of inventory tracking & processes.
• Ability to plan, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinate workers.
• Ability to estimate item needs within facility in order to ensure product availability.
• Ability to write short descriptive reports.

 

A full description of the job plus all of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for this work can be found on the Bureau of Human Resources website.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Four (4) years of education, training, and/or experience in the specified trade to include one (1) year of experience supervising the work of tradespeople

 

Licensing Requirement:  Some positions may require special licenses/certifications in the specified trade.

 

REVIEW PROCESS:

The information you provide with your application (resume, cover letter, work history, supplemental questions etc.) will be compared to criteria developed by experts who are familiar with this job and its requirements to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. If you have met the minimum qualifications, you will be placed on a register for this job classification with the Bureau of Human Resources.

 

Certification to Vacancies:

Eligibility lists for each classification are comprised of applicants who have successfully completed all phases of the examination process.

 

When a request to fill a vacancy is received, the names of the eligible candidates will be sent to the requesting agency. The normal order of referral is:

1.            Employees on lay-off status from Maine State Government.

2.            Current employees of the hiring agency.

3.            Current Maine State Employees in other hiring agencies.

4.            Candidates on reemployment status (former Maine State Employees).

5.            Candidates not currently employed by the State of Maine.

State of Maine 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 well-being 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 annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive the personal leave. 

•    Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($13,231.40-$15,566.46 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 ($395.72. annual value). 

•    Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes up to 18.86% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee. *Will vary based on job class.

•    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 welcome a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additionally, 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. 

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.

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