CDOC Boiler Operator Supervisor Trainee/Correctional Officer I (Denver)

State of Colorado • Denver, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) has developed the Boiler Operator Supervisor Trainee Program to train interested and qualified individuals in correctional facility boiler operations. This position is classified as a Correctional Officer I. This trainee position will receive on-the-job training (OJT) in correctional facility boiler operations, while maintaining the safety and security of the assigned correctional facility. This trainee program provides the opportunity to gain relevant work experience toward promotion to a Correctional Support Trades Supervisor (CSTS I) in the Physical Plant's Boiler Operations. Upon successful completion of this trainee program, the selected candidate may have the opportunity to advance to a CSTS I position within CDOC, which requires 4 years of boiler operator experience or a combination of 2 years of boiler operator experience and 2 years of correctional experience. Must obtain a Stationary Engineer license or equivalent within four (4) years of obtaining a CSTS I position. Under the supervision of the Facilities Physical Plant Boiler Operations staff, this position performs 'hands on' work alongside inmates and is trained in ensuring the safety and security of the general public, facility staff and inmates; ensuring safe and efficient boiler operations and supervising and training inmate workers. This position prepares inmates for community reentry by promoting the Colorado Department of Corrections Mission and Vision while adhering to a high level of integrity and commitment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or a GED certificate.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Have no felony convictions or domestic violence history.
• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and dependability.
• Sound judgment and decision making skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills and the ability to motivate co-workers and inmates to work cooperatively.
• Proficiency in boiler plant operations.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on the boiler and peripheral systems/equipment.
• Ability to trouble-shoot and ensure uninterrupted service in a high stress, security driven environment with mandatory reporting/logging guidelines.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to local, state and federal regulations and guidelines to maintain compliant operations.
• Strong desire to work cohesively as a team.
• Ability to effectively supervise inmates and prepare them for successful community re-entry.
• Strong desire to ensure organization and the timely, systematic completion of repairs and maintenance.
• Willingness and ability to maintain a safe and secure work environment and respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to pay special attention to details and determination to use state resources efficiently.
• Ability to perform intermediate keyboarding skills, manipulate electronic computerized programs and communicate via computer based email.
• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations.
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift.
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction.
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver's license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards.
• Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria.
• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609.
• The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging 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 has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph.
• The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; DOC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.
• Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics.
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics.
• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist.
• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down.
• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows.
• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows.
• Swing a baton in a striking technique.
• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic.
• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions.
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment.
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security.
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury.
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently.
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations.
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner.
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders.
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments.
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings.
• Willing and able to travel.
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule.
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
• Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana.
• A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass.
• Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Boiler Operator Certification
• Employment experience as a utility plant or boiler operator
• Employment experience installing, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems with hot water boilers or steam boilers above 15 psi.
• Experience providing supervisory/work lead duties making decisions or recommendations that affect the pay, status, or tenure of subordinate staff or inmates.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety and security of facility and work sites; through clear and accurate communication trains and guides inmates in the proper use of controlled items, tools, equipment and chemicals.
• Enforces security procedures by conducting work site searches and monitoring workplace environment and inmate behavior, paying close attention to changes, inappropriate activity or potential problems.
• Initiates verbal reprimands when warranted and, if necessary, physically controls inmates with the proper application of restraints or "use of force" techniques.
• Monitors, supervises and escorts inmates according to policy and limits inmate access to restricted areas.
• Performs inmate counts and transportation.
• Responds to emergency situations such as fights, fires and escapes according to policy and writes and submits required reporting.
• Ensures the safe, efficient, compliant and cost effective completion of all phases of boiler house operations.
• Conducts regular checks, reads gages, works on water heaters, air handlers, heat exchange pumps and steam traps.
• Ensures complete preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on boiler and associated peripheral systems and equipment.
• Works closely with other trades such as plumbing, HVAC, electrical and general maintenance and may be required to assist in these areas.
• Provides supervision of assigned inmate workers.
• Promotes a high level of performance by setting the work standard according to agency mission, vision and values.
• Participates in the hiring of inmates, trains and instructs inmates in boiler operations and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Creates schedules, assigns work and conducts job evaluations; monitors hours, posts wages and updates records.
• Exemplifies a professional workforce that embodies honesty, integrity and ethical behavior.
• Provides real life, meaningful work experience to prepare inmates for community reentry.
• Ensures compliance with Colorado Boiler Code, International Mechanical Code, American Correctional Association and all applicable policy, regulations and standards.
• Tracks usage of tools, equipment and parts, expenses and waste in order to remain within allotted budget, uses due diligence to discover likely areas of inefficiencies to reduce waste and prevent theft.
• May be required to work additional hours or shifts to maintain security.

Benefits

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans.
• Medical and dental health plans
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED