Correctional Officer III

Arizona Department of Administration • Florence, AZ

1d • $60,540 • Onsite

About The Position

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. 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 for a PROGRAM SUPPORT LIAISON (CORRECTIONAL OFFICER III) at the ARIZONA STATE PRISON COMPLEX (ASPC) - Eyman in Florence, AZ. This posting is open to current Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry employees only, who are already a Correctional Officer III.

Requirements

• Employees must currently be a Correctional Officer III with the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry
• Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment
• Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete any required driver training
• Must receive a rating of meets expectations or better on performance evaluations.
• Suspension during one year prior to announcement makes an employee ineligible for one promotional cycle.
• 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 to more than one level, the employee shall be ineligible to apply for a promotional opportunity for three years from the date of the demotion.
• A demotion received after the promotional process has started and prior to promotion shall result in the permanent removal from that CPR.
• Once removed from a CPR for a demotion, the applicant shall not be eligible to compete for a Correctional Officer Series position until two or three years, depending on the number of levels demoted, after the date of the demotion.
• The first day served of the demotion shall be considered the effective date of the demotion.
• Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of training and experience
• Each promotion or different position with the same employer must be listed separately on the resume and must include adequate work history identifying experience, duties, qualifications, selective requirements, and/or preferences must be reflected on the resume in order to receive applicable credit
• Applicants who meet the KSAs and selective preferences will be invited to the next step of the process
• Applicants who achieve or exceed a passing score on the oral board interview will have their names placed on the Central Promotional Register after other promotional points are included, if any
• Rank on the register will be calculated by adding passing scores from the written exam, oral board interview, and other promotional points
• Must currently be a Correctional Officer III with the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry, with minimum two (2) years experience
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• Selected candidates must successfully complete the seven-week Correctional Officer Training Academy.
• 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).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of principles and practices of social or correctional casework and facilitation
• Knowledge of principles and practices of classification, treatment, custody and parole
• Knowledge of principles and practices of interpersonal communication, dynamics of human behavior, crisis intervention and Offender Classification System
• Knowledge of practices and methods of compiling and maintaining case histories, summaries and records
• Knowledge of practices and methods of security techniques and discipline systems and programs of an institution
• Knowledge of practices and methods of a variety of recreation/activities such as indoor and outdoor sports, games, arts and crafts, group social activities, and health and physical education
• Knowledge of Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing offenders
• Skill in methods and techniques of correctional casework, interpersonal relationships, rehabilitation and crisis intervention
• Skill in applying and coordinating procedures of classification within treatment, custodial and parole leave
• Skill in methods and techniques of security and discipline programs of an institution
• Skill in methods and practices of developing and implementing recreation/activities
• Skill in verbal and written communications as required by the work activities in a correctional institution
• Skill in applying the Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing offenders
• Ability to provide guidance, direction and crisis intervention in a timely and productive manner
• Ability to function as liaison in providing interactive services and assisting offenders with personal, educational and career goals
• Ability to prepare and maintain files and records in the prescribed manner
• Ability to serve as a program coordinator of offenders; incentive and rehabilitation programs

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
• Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP)

What This Job Offers

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