CDOC Correctional Officer II

We are pleased to share that the CDOC has collaborated with Fading West Development LLC(FWD) to assist our employees with housing in the Buena Vista Area. They are located in the Farm neighborhood near shopping, restaurants, a fitness center and work. *CDOC cannot guarantee housing, and does not operate the housing.

Description of Job

The Correctional Officer II is accountable for providing lead work/limited supervision responsibilities. Work may include assignment to a single or multiple person control center, mail room, meal hall, or meal cart movement, canteen, visitation center, medical facility, housing/living unit etc. where employees must coordinate the activities of others in regulating inmates, civilians, property, security, custody and control functions.
 

Position maintains the safety and security of the general public, staff and inmates; duties include, but are not limited to:

• Providing lead work guidance and training to assigned positions;
• Recommending assignments for correctional officers;
• Providing input into performance plans;
• Promoting and maintaining a safe and secure environment through conscientious observation, clear communication, adherence to agency Administrative Regulations, facility Implementation Adjustments and the Code of Penal Discipline;
• Enforcing statutes, regulations, orders, directives, and procedures;
• Managing inmates behavior and encouraging personal accountability through effective and professional communication;
• Monitoring and controlling access to the facility and restricted areas;
• Training and guiding assigned staff on applying the proper use of controlled items, keys, tools, equipment and chemicals;
• Enforcing security procedures by conducting work-site searches, inmate counts, controlling unauthorized contraband, strip searches, cell searches, pat searches, and transportation;
• Responding to emergency situations such as fights, fires and escapes according to CDOC policy and preparing and submitting required reports;
• May be required to seize, hold, control, and/or otherwise subdue violent, assaulting, or physically threatening persons which requires body strength and agility of all four limbs.

Positions are subject to working additional hours and/or shifts to maintain safety and security.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

**Please read through this job announcement carefully and complete the application in its entirety.**

Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for.  This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position.  "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application.  Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes.  

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or a GED certificate, and two (2) years of *corrections related experience, law enforcement patrol experience, or military experience.  

(Experience MUST be clearly described in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Each position held MUST be separated by job classification, duties, and dates or the application may not be accepted). Any work experience less than full time will be prorated.*

Corrections related experience is defined as experience in which the employee provided a direct service to/with inmates such as correctional officer, teaching, social work, nursing, food service, general maintenance; or worked directly with inmate in the implementation of a program such as Correctional Industries. Corrections related experience is not typically earned through clerical support positions. 

Corrections, law enforcement, or military experience is not typically earned through clerical support and/or private security positions .

SUBSTITUTION:

College course work may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. (A copy of your college transcript must accompany the application in order to receive college credit).

Required Competencies:

• Ability to follow instructions;
• Self-directed and motivated work ethic;
• Strong written/oral communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Excellent critical thinking/ decision making/ problem solving skills;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with others;
• Thoroughness when performing work and strong attention to detail;
• Good working knowledge of the COPD process;
• Ability to effectively manage time;
• Ability to de-escalate situations;
• Flexible and adaptable to change;
• 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. 

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Corrections experience with the state of Colorado Department of Corrections; 
• Strong organizational commitment;
• Team building skills;
• Experience with housing and security operations;
• Good computer skills;
• Experience in coaching or mentoring.

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE VACANCY WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS PROCESS.

Be advised: In accordance with State Personnel Rule 4-39 (C)(9), acceptance of a Correctional Officer II (CO II) position may result in your removal from consideration for all other CO II vacancies. Additionally for transfers per Administrator Regulation (AR) 1450-09 IV (A) (5) (a) When an employee has completed one year at their current facility/office and/or classification, the employee is eligible to request a transfer.

For more information and to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/5292180/cdoc-correctional-officer-ii-buena-vista-colorado?department%5B0%5D=Department%20of%20Corrections&sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs