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Per Year Ombudsperson - Correction(Hybrid)

State of Connecticut

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Location:

Hartford, CT - 06106

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

10/15/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

State of Connecticut

Web Site:

portal.ct.gov

Onsite /

Remote:

Work at home all of the time

Expires:

11/15/2026

Job #: 261013-5936EX-100

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Telework & Remote

Full Time Schedule

Full Time

Job Description

Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. The Correction Advisory Committee for the State of Connecticut seeks candidates to lead the Office as Correction Ombuds. . The Ombuds will lead the Office of Correction Ombuds, an independent office within the Office of General Accountability (OGA) responsible for exercising independent oversight over the Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC). In consultation with the Correction Advisory Committee, the Ombuds will be responsible for overseeing the Office and advancing its mission of securing and ensuring the rights of persons in DOC custody.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

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• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Full time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• Standard work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, work hours may fluctuate based on operational needs, and the person may occasionally require work outside of standard business hours.
• Located at 55 Farmington Avenue in Hartford, CT 06105
• Candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Combination of in office and remote work, in accordance with the Telework Policy.
• Requires significant travel to correctional facilities, halfway houses, and other locations throughout Connecticut in connection with the Office's oversight responsibilities.

A state-issued fleet vehicle is provided for official business and facility travel.

THE ROLE

The Office promotes and advocates for the health, safety, welfare, and legal rights of individuals incarcerated within DOC facilities and/or on parole by investigating and mediating complaints of a systemic nature, examining conditions in DOC facilities, reviewing DOC policies and procedures, advising on best practices in corrections, and taking other actions to advance the interests of those in DOC custody. The Office also serves to educate the Governor, legislature, other government agencies, as well as the public, through periodic reports, recommendations, proposed legislative or regulatory reforms, and other communications.

NOTE:

The person appointed as Correction Ombuds shall serve for a term of two years, except that on and after January 6, 2027, a person appointed as Correction Ombuds shall serve for a term of four years to run concurrent with the term of the Governor. Such person may serve until a successor is appointed and confirmed in accordance with this section and may be reappointed for succeeding terms.

Selection Plan To Apply:

Submit application package to Correction Advisory Committee, c/o Judiciary Committee, Legislative Office Building, Room 2500, Hartford, CT, 06106 OR E-MAIL all documents via PDF to Jasmyn.

Raymond@ct.gov with the subject line "Ombudsperson Correction Documents" consisting of:

• Cover letter explaining interest in and qualifications for position;
• Detailed summary of priorities and objectives for the Office during term, including plan for achieving objectives;
• List of at least three (3) references.

A reference from at least one incarcerated or formerly incarcerated person or a family member of an incarcerated person will be considered a plus. The Correction Advisory Committee will consider applications and conduct interviews on a rolling basis with the aim of interviewing candidates and selecting 3-5 finalists to participate in public hearings in December 2026. Applicants must submit materials on or before November 15, 2026. Applications must be submitted or postmarked by November 15, 2026.

• The Advisory Committee will provide a ranked list of 3-5 candidates to the Governor for appointment, with the approval of the General Assembly. The Advisory Committee hopes a candidate will be appointed and begin work in January 2027.
• The person appointed shall serve for an initial term of two years, and may be reappointed to succeeding terms.
• Interested parties are encouraged to contact a member of the Correction Advisory Committee for further information.

All of the members are identified on the Committee's website: Correction Advisory Committee - C G A - Connecticut General Assembly Please note: You do not need to be a Connecticut resident to apply for this position but must be a resident at the time of the interview.

Important Information After You Apply:

• 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 which is available at www.

ct.gov/ethics. Follow the State of Connecticut on LinkedIn.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS

(NATURE OF WORK) In the Office of Correction Ombuds this class is accountable for directing an office responsible for exercising independent oversight over the Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) in order to secure and ensure the rights of persons in the custody of the

DOC. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The Ombuds will be responsible for performing all "ombuds services," as set forth in Conn. Gen. Stat. § 18-81qq(a)(2) including the following:

ADMINISTRATION

• In collaboration with the Office of Governmental Accountability and the Correction Advisory Committee, develop a budget for the Office of Correction Ombuds within appropriations provided by the Connecticut General Assembly and supplemented by private grants.
• Recruit and hire staff for the Office of the Correction Ombuds, within appropriations provided by the General Assembly and any supplemental grants.
• Oversee the Office of Correction Ombuds, including training and management of staff and ensuring compliance with state and federal employment laws.

ENGAGEMENT WITH CORRECTION ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND OTHER STATE OFFICES

• Develop and maintain relationships with Correction Advisory Committee, Office of the Governor, Department of Correction, Office of Government Accountability, and Joint Committee on the Judiciary.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports to the Correction Advisory Committee summarizing activities of the Office of the Correction Ombuds, as required by statute and/or requested by the Correction Advisory Committee.
• Prepare and submit annual reports to the Joint Committee on the Judiciary regarding conditions of confinement in the state's correctional facilities and halfway houses, as required by statute and/or requested by the Joint Committee on the Judiciary.

EXAMINATIONS

• Monitor and examine conditions of confinement within facilities operated by the Department of Correction and prepare reports as necessary to advance the wellbeing of those in custody.
• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled inspections of Department of Correction facilities to examine and document conditions and services.
• Review and evaluate regulations, policies, and procedures implemented by Department of Correction and individual facilities.
• Maintain a reporting system for purpose of gathering and collecting data pertaining to Department of Correction.

INVESTIGATIONS

• Maintain and improve procedures for receipt and investigation of complaints from incarcerated persons and their families or advocates concerning serious violations of individual rights and systemic issues within the Department of Correction.
• Investigate complaints and report findings and recommendations.
• Take all possible actions, including but not limited to, conducting programs of public education, undertaking legislative advocacy, making proposals for systemic reform, in order to secure and ensure the rights of persons in the custody of DOC.
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