Correctional Officer II

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Central Mail & Property Officer (Correctional Officer II) is responsible for the secure and efficient handling of inmate mail and personal property before distribution to prison complexes. The position ensures compliance with policies and security protocols by inspecting, processing, and documenting incoming and outgoing correspondence and property. The officer helps prevent contraband, maintain accurate records, safeguard inmate belongings, and coordinate with correctional staff to support operations and safety. The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and timely, efficient work.

Applicants must currently be a Correctional Officer II with the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry, have at least six months of mail-and-property experience at their current institution, and have completed original probation. They must also currently have a performance evaluation rating of meets expectations or better. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation. Employees must take a tuberculosis test during New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter. Newly hired State employees must successfully complete E-Verify. Driver and vehicle requirements apply only if driving or vehicle use is an essential function of the job.

The position is based at 801 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona. The listed salary range is $47,446.67–$57,174.42.

Requirements

• Must currently be a Correctional Officer II with the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry.
• Must have at least six months of experience working in mail and property at the current institution.
• Must have completed original probation.
• Must currently have a performance evaluation rating of meets expectations or better.
• Knowledge of Department Order 914 and inmate mail collection, sorting, preparation, and delivery.
• Skill in operating scanners and monitoring basic office recordkeeping.
• Ability to participate in and oversee the handling of medium-weight objects without injury or incident.
• Ability to prioritize inmate mail workload.
• Ability to give written and verbal instructions to coworkers.
• Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation.
• Must take a tuberculosis test during New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• Newly hired State employees must successfully complete E-Verify.

Nice To Haves

• Attention to detail; focus, independence, patience, and willingness to complete tasks timely and efficiently.
• Working knowledge of technology.

Responsibilities

• Apply Department Order 914 and other applicable policies.
• Sort and distribute mail.
• Separate legal mail from general correspondence.
• Open and inspect non-legal mail for prohibited items, including drugs, weapons, and coded messages.
• Reject mail that violates facility rules, such as mail containing explicit content or unauthorized items.
• Scan mail and upload documents.
• Maintain records related to mail and property processing.
• Keep the mailroom clean and organized.
• Provide customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
• Medical, dental, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance options
• Retirement program through the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP)
• Optional deferred compensation plans
• Credit union membership
• Wellness program
• Incentivized commuter club
• Public transportation subsidy program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed