Correctional Sergeant - Tucson

Arizona Department of Administration•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Sergeant works under general supervision from higher authority and is responsible for maintaining security, order, and discipline for an adult institution or other assigned correctional setting. The position assigns and reassigns staff, schedules work, trains and evaluates staff, and ensures staff apply appropriate rehabilitative objectives for inmates. Work may also include specialized administrative duties requiring technical expertise. The role is open only to current Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry employees. Applicants must have passed probation as a Correctional Officer II by the announcement close date, upload an approved Promotions Certificate, and meet applicable eligibility requirements. The position is based at 10000 S. Wilmot Rd., Tucson, Arizona. It involves shift work and exposure to hazards associated with maintaining security, order, and discipline of inmates in and outside an institution.

Requirements

Must be a current Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry employee.
Must have passed probation as a Correctional Officer II in ADCRR by the announcement close date.
Must upload an approved Promotions Certificate with the application and meet the eligibility requirements.
Knowledge of federal, state, and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and due process governing inmate security, order, and discipline.
Knowledge of supervision, work leadership, and staff training principles and practices.
Knowledge of methods and practices for maintaining security, order, and discipline among staff and inmates.
Knowledge of self-defense methods and the use of weapons and related defense and control equipment.
Knowledge of inmate vernacular and paraprofessional counseling methods and practices.
Knowledge of portable and stationary two-way radio networks used within an institution and between institutions.
Knowledge of administrative work methods appropriate to the assignment.
Ability to apply and interpret laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing inmate security, order, and discipline.
Ability to supervise staff, determine assignments, and train staff in security, use of force, paraprofessional counseling, and proper use of weapons and related equipment.
Ability to interpret inmate vernacular and apply basic first aid measures and devices for self-protection from serious health disorders.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing and maintain effective interpersonal relationships in a correctional setting.
Ability to maintain a calm and even temperament during emergency situations.
Ability to perform administrative work appropriate to the assignment.
Must take a tuberculosis test during New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
If driving or using a vehicle is an essential function for conducting State business, applicable driver’s license requirements apply.
Newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Responsibilities

Supervise a designated shift of Correctional Officer II staff and assign or reassign staff to maintain prescribed security, order, and discipline.
Prepare periodic staff work schedules and resolve technical or procedural questions raised by staff.
Train and evaluate staff, including training on security methods, use of force, paraprofessional counseling, weapons, and related defense and control equipment.
Inspect duty sites for problems and potential hazards, alert staff, and ensure corrective actions are taken.
Coordinate or monitor inmate discipline and maintain logs or records of inmates entering or leaving designated areas; alert authorities to count discrepancies.
Receive essential information at the beginning of a shift, brief staff, answer questions, and resolve problems.
Write shift summary reports and prepare and submit reports of activities and incidents.
Conduct preliminary investigations of incidents involving staff or inmates, notify officials, and assist investigative teams by securing areas and maintaining security and order.
Attend and contribute to interdisciplinary team meetings and meetings regarding inmate care and treatment; share information with subordinate staff and participate in problem-solving and decision-making.
Use handheld or stationary radio systems to communicate internally and with other institutions and law enforcement officials.
Confer with superiors about difficult problems, plans, and actions, and make decisions within delegated authority.
Provide paraprofessional counseling or crisis intervention to inmates and staff to defuse situations or support rehabilitative programs; write reports and notify treatment staff and officials.
Chair unit staff meetings, guide discussions and problem-solving, and resolve conflicts.
Perform administrative duties requiring technical skills in a specialized area and other related work as required.

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
Optional deferred compensation plans
Credit union membership
Wellness program
Incentivized commuter club
Public transportation subsidy program