Gang Intelligence Officer

Pay: $31.84 per hour

Work schedule: Full-time, shift varies

Benefit package includes:

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits 


• Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) 


• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefit 


• 401(k) Retirement Plan 


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Paid Holidays 

Join a team who cares about making a positive difference.  At Management & Training Corporation’s Otero County Processing Center in Chaparral, New Mexico, we lead with compassion and respect while ensuring the safety of our employees and the people entrusted to us.

Position Summary:  Responsible for the investigative work, identification and validation of gang members, and conducts detainee investigations. Provides instruction to staff on report writing, crime scene and evidence preservation, gang identification, monitoring of potentially disruptive detainee, and the narcotic prevention program, in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and customer directives.

Essential Functions:        

1. Coordinate with staff on the receipt and analysis of gang information. 


2. Monitor detainee files for investigative purposes. 


3. Compile and analyze data to prepare reports and maintain related records. 


4. Respond to emergencies and institution disturbances. 


5. Supervise and conduct in-depth investigations of incidents which involve criminal activity within the facility. Establish rapport with federal, state, and local law enforcement. 


6. Identify narcotics and narcotic paraphernalia. 


7. Utilize proper search procedures to persons and property when checking for contraband items. 


8. Assess and evaluate the facility’s security requirements; make appropriate recommendations for improvements or modification to the deputy warden. 


9. Oversee the gathering of evidence and testimony. Establish case history of incidents and prepare comprehensive, timely, and efficient reports. 


10. It is expected that the incumbent will work overtime, when directed to do so. 


11. Required to make regular round so the facility which includes long periods of walking and standing. 


12. Regular and predictable onsite attendance is required. 


13. 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. 


14. Maintain accountability of staff, detainees and property; adhere to safety practices.

 It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her scope of work as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years’ experience in an adult correctional or detention environment or related field and fluency with speaking, understanding, interpreting, and reading the Spanish language required. One (1) year prior investigations experience desired. Prior supervisory experience and knowledge of computer software applications, narcotics and narcotic paraphernalia, report writing, and gang related information preferred. Must successfully complete required preservice training. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management. 

Post Hire Requirements:

Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and maintain appropriate facility clearance.

Why: Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives. 

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 [email protected] or 801-693-2888.