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TDCJ - Investigator I - Inmate Grievance

Pampa, TX · On-site

$3.4K - $3.5K/mo

Receive, review, and process all Step 1 inmate grievances and determine whether grievances meet criteria for processing. Assign grievance numbers to each grievance through an automated database.

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TDCJ - Investigator I - Inmate Grievance

Dallas, TX · On-site

$3.4K - $3.5K/mo

The Unit Grievance Investigator (UGI) is responsible for administering the inmate grievance process at the unit level in accordance with agency policy, state and federal law, and established ...

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TDCJ - Investigator I - Inmate Grievance

Dayton, TX · On-site

$3.4K - $3.5K/mo

Receive, review, and process all Step 1 inmate grievances and determine whether grievances meet criteria for processing. Assign grievance numbers to each grievance through an automated database.

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TCDJ - Investigator I - Inmate Grievance

Midway, TX · On-site

$3.4K - $3.5K/mo

This role reports directly to the Regional Grievance Supervisor. Responsibilities include: ¿ Receiving, reviewing, and processing all Step 1 inmate grievances while determining whether each ...

Bernalillo County

Investigator (MDC)

Albuquerque, NM

$25.97 - $41.04/hr

Ensures dispositions are delivered and assists with the processing of inmate grievances.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDetermines the scope, timing, and direction of investigations. Serves as chair of ...

Bernalillo County

Investigator (MDC)

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$25.97 - $41.04/hr

Ensures dispositions are delivered and assists with the processing of inmate grievances.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Determines the scope, timing, and direction of investigations. Serves as chair ...

CoreCivic

Grievance Coordinator

Appleton, MN · On-site

$19.50 - $24.50/hr

The Grievance Coordinator oversees the inmate/resident grievance process and ensures that both informal and formal grievance processes are administered in compliance with company and contractual ...

CoreCivic

Grievance Coordinator

Appleton, MN · On-site

$30.09/hr

The Grievance Coordinator oversees the inmate/resident grievance process and ensures that both informal and formal grievance processes are administered in compliance with company and contractual ...

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How much do inmate grievance jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for inmate grievance in the United States is $32.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.24 and $35.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an inmate grievance?

An Inmate Grievance job involves processing and investigating complaints filed by incarcerated individuals regarding prison conditions, policies, or treatment. Responsibilities may include reviewing grievances, ensuring compliance with institutional policies, and facilitating resolutions between inmates and prison staff. The role requires strong communication, impartiality, and knowledge of correctional regulations. It helps uphold inmates' rights while maintaining facility order and compliance.

What are the daily responsibilities of an inmate grievance specialist?

As an Inmate Grievance Specialist, your typical day involves reviewing and processing formal complaints from inmates, conducting investigations or interviews, and documenting findings in accordance with facility policies. You may collaborate closely with correctional officers, legal teams, and medical staff to gather information and facilitate resolutions. The role often requires meticulous record-keeping, adherence to strict deadlines, and maintaining confidentiality throughout the process. By ensuring that grievances are handled fairly, you help promote a safer and more transparent correctional environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the inmate grievance position?

To thrive as an Inmate Grievance Specialist, you need a solid understanding of correctional policies, conflict resolution, and legal regulations, often supported by experience in corrections or social services. Proficiency with case management systems, documentation software, and knowledge of grievance procedures are typically required. Strong communication, impartiality, and empathy are key soft skills for effectively addressing inmate concerns while maintaining facility safety and compliance. These skills are essential to ensure fair and timely resolution of complaints and to uphold institutional integrity.

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Inmate Grievance Assistant

DC Government Careers

Washington, DC • On-site

$51K - $67K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Summary
This position is located in the D.C. Department of Corrections (DOC) under the Education Programs and Case Management Division. The mission of the DOC is to ensure public safety for citizens of the District by providing an orderly, safe, secure, and humane environment for the confinement of pretrial detainees and sentenced inmates, while providing meaningful opportunities for community reintegration.
The incumbent in this role is responsible for ensuring the Inmate Grievance Procedure program, to include the Inmate Grievance Advisory Committee, operates according to the departmental policy. The work performed supports the responsibility of the agency to ensure that inmates may seek resolution of complaints within the established DOC Inmate Grievance Procedure (IGP).
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates activities and operations associated with the IGP process, including retrieval, distribution, tracking, database entry into Jail and Community Correctional System (JACCS) and establishment of response due dates issued to Deputy Directors, Warden, Deputy Wardens, Majors, Managers, and other designated staff, to ensure timely and accountable grievance resolution throughout the agency. Collects Inmate Informal Resolution Complaint (INF), Inmate Formal Grievance (FG), or Deputy Director (DD) Appeals forms from IGP boxes located in each housing unit on every business day (excluding weekends and holidays).
Ensures INFs, FGs, or DD Appeals forms and responses are translated from or into English as necessary, when received in Spanish or other languages, to ensures full access to grievance process for limited English proficient inmates. Reviews all INFs to determine if they are grievable. If the INF is not grievable, completes the Denial of Inmate IGP form and forwards to the inmate with a copy of the INF submitted via DOC In-house Legal mail route. Logs all grievable INF and FG forms into JACCS tracking system and scans documents into Knowledge Lake database, to maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic records used for case tracking, audits, and institutional oversight.
Qualifications and Education
Specialized Experience: Specialized experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled. To be creditable, applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the line of progression.
Licenses and Certifications
None.
Working Conditions/Environment
The work is performed in an office setting within a correctional facility.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: Monday Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0303-07
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential.
Duration of Appointment: This position is a Career Service Regular Appointment.
Collective Bargaining: This position may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement. You may be required to pay an agency service fee through payroll deduction.
Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of the DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability - Safety Sensitive. This position requires a background check and drug screening; therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history and pass a drug screening in order to be appointed for this position.
TB test will be required for the entry on duty.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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