CDOC Electronics Specialist II (Trinidad)

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Benefits

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans
• Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits
• Medical and dental health plans
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more

This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle.

About the Role

This position is an Electronics Specialist II for the Colorado Department of Corrections located in Trinidad, CO. Primary responsibilities include providing technical expertise in the electronics field; maintaining and repairing electrical and electronic hardware and software within the facility and ensuring compliant and secure installation and operation of electronic systems. The position promotes the Colorado Department of Corrections Mission, Vision and Values while adhering to a high level of integrity, commitment, and providing excellent customer service.

The role involves following applicable codes and regulations, trade practices, and manufacturer's specifications in the design, installation, upgrades, maintenance, and monitoring of all facility electronic device systems services. This includes:

• Security control network
• Business LAN fiber, wiring, and switches
• Fire protection system
• Vindicator UHS transponder system
• Card access system
• Security video system (both analog and digital)
• Camera/monitor switch matrix
• Security x-ray scanner
• Video imaging system

The position ensures staff is trained and qualified to preserve the physical plant electronics capabilities and maintains the security and integrity of all low voltage security systems, fire alarm systems, non-lethal electric fence controls, man-down systems, closed-circuit cameras, and intercoms. This includes wiring, conductors, conduits, circuits, panels, and circuit boards in the physical plant.

The role ensures all applicable rules, regulations, and codes are observed and adhered to on all projects. It involves analyzing HVAC, security controls, security video systems, security LAN, NLEF, microwave detection systems, man-down systems, cable television system, and fire protection systems to identify and correct programming and installation errors. The position collaborates with the Office of Information Technology, Communications, Canteen Services, Colorado Inmate Phone System (CIPS), as well as other maintenance and trades to ensure effective completion of projects and the efficient use of resources.

The position researches manufacturer's data, industrial standards, agency regulations and policy, facility operational memorandums, and equipment history to design and implement a preventive maintenance program for electronic equipment while remaining within budget.

The role ensures safety and security with the proper use, care, and control of tools and keys and observes Administrative Regulations, Operational Memorandum, and other agency and facility policy while performing maintenance and repair tasks. The position participates in offender shakedowns, counts, oversight, and restraint, as required.

Requirements

Ensure that the "Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of employment experience installing, repairing, maintaining, modifying, calibrating, certifying, and/or fabricating electronic equipment.

Substitutions: College or University coursework in a related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. A copy of your unofficial college transcript with your name, institution name, degree, and date conferred must be attached to your application to verify your education.

Required Competencies

• Strong work ethic, integrity, and dependability
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in the operations of security systems, fire alarm systems, digital/analog cameras, and digital video recorders (DVRs), intercom systems, call systems, in addition to a variety of other electronic devices/systems
• Knowledge of and ability to perform electronics preventive, predictive, corrective maintenance processes and ability to effectively use relevant equipment & tools
• Ability to plan and implement an electronics project from start to finish
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively cooperate with other staff and inmates and inspire teamwork
• Ability to effectively respond to emergency situations (such as fights, fires, medical emergencies, and escapes)
• Ability to pay special attention to detail
• 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

• Electronic employment experience within the last five (5) years
• Employment experience working with and configuring IT systems, including structured cabling, servers, PCs, LAN switches, and other related devices
• Employment experience in training other employees
• Employment experience in cross-functional collaboration

Experience must be clearly described within the work history and job duties section of your application to meet this requirement. Note that any work experience less than full time will be prorated.

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 whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC’s consideration of application for employment
• Must be 21 years of age
• Possess a valid driver’s license. Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver’s license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle
• State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards
• Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria

This position is only open to Colorado state residents. The job location is the Trinidad Correctional Facility (TCF) in Trinidad, CO. The eligibility list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the TCF.