CORRECTIONAL OFFICER III

Arizona Department of Administration • KINGMAN, KS

6d • 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.

The Correctional Officer III is the Program Monitor and programs-related Subject Matter Expert at the private prison. He/she is responsible for monitoring the program operations of the private prison and ensuring compliance with Department Orders, Arizona Revised Statues, and the Contract. The Correctional Officer III position serves in four primary capacities: Institutional Classification Officer for inmate classification actions, handling Disciplinary Coordinator duties when needed, conducting tours and inspections, and completing other duties as assigned by the Lead Monitor.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. 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. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

Requirements

• Two years of experience as a Correctional Officer II in the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry
• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Public Administration, Business Administration, Behavioral Health or Sociology
• Must receive a rating of meets expectations or better on performance evaluations
• Must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license
• Successfully complete the seven-week Correctional Officer Training Academy
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Minimum six (6) months of previous auditing, and inspection experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure facility security: Provide security for offender clients, community partners, staff, and all individuals on-site.
• Supervise assigned clients: Provide guidance, structure, and accountability within the Reentry Center.
• Conduct searches: Perform thorough searches of personnel and property in accordance with Department policy and facility procedures.
• De‑escalate situations: Apply effective communication and conflict‑reduction techniques.
• Complete reports accurately: Initiate and finalize documentation promptly and with attention to detail.
• Fulfill post duties: Carry out all assigned responsibilities with diligence and consistency.
• Respond to emergencies: Act quickly and appropriately during urgent or critical incidents.
• Work independently: Operate effectively in small work groups with limited direct supervision

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: Mid Level