Correctional Release Specialist
Date Posted: Oct 27, 2025
Requisition ID: 466940
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About Indiana Department of Correction (DOC) :
We promote public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. As the model of best correctional practices, we strive to return productive citizens to our communities and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
Role Overview :
The Release Specialist works in the Sentencing/Release Section of the Classification Division of the Department of Correction. This position reports to the Sentence Computation/Release Unit Director through the Release Working Leader. The Release Specialist is responsible for reviewing and authorizing all releases to parole, court supervision, discharges, and community transition from assigned facilities to ensure all offenders are released correctly from the Department of Correction. The Release Specialist also processes all sentence modifications, and new sentences and enters all release time actions in the Offender Information System for assigned facilities to ensure that all offender release dates are calculated correctly. The role also functions as a resource for facility staff.
Salary Statement :
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Review all release information submitted for assigned facilities as well as information which is available in the Offender Management System, INCite system and the scanning system, to ensure that each release is in compliance with policy, procedure and state law.
Send a Release Authorization to the facility when all issues regarding releases are resolved.
Enter data in the Offender Management System like commitments, release credit actions, discharge actions, parole actions etc. for assigned facilities in accordance with the established policy, procedure, and state law.
Ensure all available documentation is reviewed and verified when entering or modifying sentencing information or authorizing the release of offenders from the Department of Correction.
Act as a resource person for assigned facilities when questions arise regarding release, credit time and sentencing issues.
Respond to correspondence from court, offenders or other interested agencies or interested parties.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
Five (5) years full-time experience in corrections, criminology, parole, probation work, or related areas.
Substitutions: Bachelor's degree may substitute for the required experience with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
Extensive knowledge of the correctional release process, including sentencing and credit time statutes and sentencing alternatives.
Extensive knowledge of Indiana Department of Correction Facilities and the programs available and security requirements and criteria.
Ability to learn Offender Management System and related software programs.
Ability to complete the Certification of Credit Time Calculations and Central Office Inservice Training.
Ability to complete related training offered by Correctional Training Institute.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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