Ft. Grant Correctional Corporal

Arizona Department of Administration • Safford, AZ

23h • $57,600 • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability and fairness. This position is to fill Corporal vacancies at Ft. Grant only and open to Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry employees only.

Requirements

• 18 months of experience as a Correctional Officer II with the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation, & Reentry or 12 months of experience as a Correctional Officer II with the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry and 6 months of experience as a Correctional/Detention Officer with another agency.
• Must receive a rating of meets expectations or better on performance evaluations.
• Ineligible to apply for one year from the date of suspension.
• Employees accepting a voluntary demotion shall be required to remain in the classification/position requested for a period of at least two years before being considered for appointment to any other position.
• Voluntary demotion applicants must have an approved voluntary demotion memo on file with CPR to be considered for a job offer.
• Any employee who has been demoted one level shall be ineligible to apply for a promotional opportunity for two years from the date of the demotion.
• If demoted more than one level, the employee shall be ineligible to apply for a promotional opportunity for three years from the date of the demotion.
• Knowledge of: Federal, state and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing the custody and control of inmate populations; methods and techniques of paraprofessional counseling as applied within the rehabilitative programs of the unit; methods and techniques of training staff in the security practices and procedures; rules and policies governing classification, discipline and due process of the inmate populations; order and discipline as applied to inmates including self-defense, weapons, and related defense and control equipment; portable and stationary two-way radio systems; methods and techniques of management and supervision.
• Skill in: Verbal and written communication. Using the radio systems and communication codes; the use of computer and telecommunications equipment; proficiency with weapons and other defense and control equipment; managerial, organizational, motivational, analytical, and problem solving; conducting research and extracting, compiling, analyzing, evaluating, synthesizing, and presenting information; interpersonal relations as applied to contacts with administrators, managers, employees, and representatives within the agency and other state agencies; prioritizing, mentoring, and decision making. Leading and coaching subordinate staff.
• Ability to: Supervise, guide, and evaluate the performance of subordinate officers. Work all shifts and all posts, as required; work in adverse weather conditions; apply and interpret communication as required by the duties and assignments in a correctional setting; maintain a calm and professional temperament during emergency situations; perform administrative work activities appropriate to the assignment; work in a prison environment.
• Must be able to work all shifts, as required; exposure to hazards associated with those assigned duties maintaining security, order, and discipline of inmates in and outside of correctional institution.
• Work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to pass annual firearm qualification.
• Must be able to pass annual Core Competency testing.
• A current Arizona driver's license appropriate to the assignment is required at the time of appointment.
• Selected candidates must successfully complete the seven-week Correctional Officer Training Academy.

Nice To Haves

• Selective Preference(s): Not Applicable

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Correctional Sergeant, the Correctional Corporal monitors inmates/offenders, maintains control, and enforces the rules of a correctional facility.
• Assisting the Sergeant with staff assignments during designated shifts, training, and evaluating and assessing staff performance.
• Reviewing misconduct reports submitted by subordinate personnel for completeness and accuracy before forwarding them to the Sergeant.
• Supervising Correctional Officer 2s assigned to specific areas or sections within a unit while maintaining inmates' safe custody, discipline, and welfare during assigned shifts.
• Supporting the maintenance of secure, orderly operations by overseeing daily duties, monitoring inmate interactions, and ensuring staff adhere to established protocols and procedures.
• Conducting accurate headcounts in assigned posts and ensuring inmate safety, such as isolating individuals upon requests for protection or incidents requiring separation (e.g., sexual assault or other safety threats).
• Inspecting living and work areas to ensure proper security, sanitation, and safety for staff and inmates.
• Examining vehicles and equipment to ensure safety, accountability, and compliance.
• Preparing and completing reports related to incidents or inappropriate activities.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory laws, department policies, and procedures.
• Writing and reviewing incident, significant incident, and use of force reports.
• Initiating administrative and inmate misconduct investigations, and recommending or initiating prescribed actions per department guidelines.
• Attending scheduled training, on or off-site.
• Driving on state business and performing other duties as assigned.
• Completing mandatory annual agency training.
• Passing annual firearm qualification.
• Passing annual Core Competency testing.

Benefits

• Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).
• Educational stipend: Associate’s Degree 2.5%; Bachelor's Degree: 5%; Master's Degree or above: 7.5%.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree