Laundry Officer

LAUNDRY OFFICER
MONTANA CORRECTIONAL ENTERPRISES
DEER LODGE, MT

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

Montana Correctional Enterprises (MCE) lies at the heart of the Montana Department of Corrections’ Programs and Rehabilitations Division. Employees work closely with inmate workers, teaching job skills along with the work ethic for which Big Sky Country is known. Whether it’s by herding cattle, working under the hood of a vehicle, crafting custom log furniture, or welding, the men and women involved in MCE programs while incarcerated leave prison knowing their future is as bright as they choose to make it.

The Laundry Officer is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Association of Linen Management (ALM) commercial laundry training program within Montana Correctional Enterprises at Montana State Prison. This position delivers structured, industry recognized training to the inmate workforce and oversees all aspects of laundry production in a high security environment. The incumbent ensures compliance with safety, security, and sanitation requirements while directing and coordinating inmate work activities, monitoring equipment and production standards, and maintaining accurate records and inventories. The role plays a key part in preparing inmates for employment opportunities in the commercial laundry field through hands on instruction, coaching, and skill development.

The Laundry Officerr also manages workflow, production schedules, and operational priorities to meet program and customer needs. Additional responsibilities include providing customer service to internal clients, interpreting job orders and facility procedures, conducting equipment and safety training, and performing personnel functions related to inmate worker placement, performance, and discipline. This position requires strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills, along with the ability to maintain a safe, productive, and rehabilitative work environment. This role offers the opportunity to support meaningful vocational training while ensuring efficient and high quality laundry operations within the institution.
 

QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience directing the work of others
• The completion of directly related vocational education can be given in lieu of experience and have a thorough working knowledge of the theory of commercial laundry operation, equipment, and management.
• Working knowledge and operation of current laundry equipment. 
• Endorsements, certifications, and training in commercial laundry operation will be given preference.
•  Other applicable training and/or certification in an applicable area would be considered. 

Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

Successful applicants will be subject to:

• Criminal history check
• Child/patient/offender abuse registries
• Reference checks
   

The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.

NOTICES
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution; 2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or 3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter, are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free - The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.