COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS UNIT SUPERVISOR

Arizona Department of Administration • Tucson, AZ

3d • $67,914 • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking to hire a Community Corrections Unit Supervisor. This position is responsible for the management and oversight of the daily operations of a Community Corrections center.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Arizona Criminal Code and criminal/civil court and administrative hearing procedures
• Knowledge of Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing the adult community corrections system
• Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of motivational investigating, surveillance, interviewing and assessing
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of caseload management
• Knowledge of cultural and socioeconomic differences and effects on human behaviors
• Knowledge of Adult Community Corrections management, supervision, and administrative practices
• Knowledge of application of evidence-based community risk and needs models
• Knowledge of Evidence-Based best principles and practices
• Skill in verbal and written communication
• Skill in establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship
• Skill in interpreting and applying Arizona Criminal Code and applicable laws, rules, and policies
• Skill in conducting investigations, searches, surveillance, and interviews
• Skill in parole office caseload management and assisting
• Skill in crisis intervention
• Skill in performing administrative tasks and leadership methods
• Ability to lift/carry 30 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull 30 lbs.
• Ability to walk/run 1 mile
• Ability to plan, assess, organize, direct, and coordinate activities assigned to the area of responsibility
• Ability to supervise, train and evaluate staff
• Ability to assess, evaluate, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks, projects, demands, and training needs
• Ability to complete and pass all mandatory annual training, defensive tactics academy, and Core Competency testing
• Ability to complete the annual defensive tactics academy
• Ability to maintain annual qualification and proficiency in firearms use/safety topics
• Must attend and complete the Corrections Officer Training Academy (COTA) and the Community Corrections Officer Training Academy.
• All employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college or must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program of study at an accredited university or college or 6 years of experience in the corrections/criminal justice or social services field with at least two of those years be in holding a caseload or case management, Or 8 years or more of experience in a related field.
• Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of experience as a Community Corrections Officer or equivalent work experience
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited university in social service, criminal justice or a related field

Responsibilities

• Provides oversight of daily operations within a specific unit through subordinates
• Serves as the designated backup supervisor of a metropolitan parole office in the absence of the Community Corrections Group Supervisor (CCGS)
• Recommends warrants and placement or release of jail holds
• Arrests and takes community supervision violators into custody
• Ensures compliance with statutory laws and agency policy and procedures
• Assigns cases, reviews work, and makes recommendations of work assignments for staff
• Functions as a field training officer (FTO)
• Implements training programs for staff development
• Periodically and annually evaluates and assesses staff attendance, performance and provides input on career development assessments, evaluations, and feedback
• Provides timely and appropriate case management to adult offenders
• Supports successful reintegration of offenders into a productive and responsible community life
• Identifies violations of conditions of release and applies appropriate sanctions
• Completes risks and need assessments
• Attends staff meetings and various trainings
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager