CDOC Correctional Officer II: Buena Vista, Colorado
Colorado Department of Corrections · Chaffee County, CO · 1 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
About the role
This position is only open to Colorado State residents.
Responsibilities
- Provide lead work/limited supervision responsibilities.
- 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.
- Coordinate the activities of others in regulating inmates, civilians, property, security, custody and control functions.
- Maintain 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- C orrections, law enforcement, or military experience is not typically earned through clerical support and/or private security positions.
- 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).
Qualifications
- 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.
Conditions of Employment
- All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in connection with the job offer and employment.