CDOC - Liaison III (Compliance and Policy Coordinator) (Pueblo).

About the role

This position is only open to Colorado state residents. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in Pueblo, CO.

Responsibilities

• Function as the facility policy coordinator by setting policy committee reviews, publishing and distributing drafts and final documents.
• Manage facility implementation adjustments (IA’s) and operational memorandums (OM’s) by reviewing, revising and recommending changes to the administrative head to ensure compliance with departmental standards and regulations, and applicable State and federal laws.
• Ensure updates to facility IA’s, OM’s, and administrative regulations (AR’s) are effectively communicated to the facility employees and the incarcerated population.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with stakeholders by exchanging information and assisting with resolving issues with AR’s, standards and procedures.
• Continually keep the administrative head apprised of issues as it relates to policies, procedures, standards and AR’s.
• Make recommendations for plans of action or policy updates to ensure adherence to compliance standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of their assigned facility to validate adherence to compliance standards.
• Audit correctional facilities in person through Internal Compliance Audits to determine adherence to compliance standards, AR’s, IA’s and applicable laws.
• Conduct monthly inspections throughout all areas of the facility to ensure sanitation, chemical control and tool control practices are being followed in accordance with policy and compliance standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Six (6) years of relevant experience in analyzing operating methods, procedures, policies and preparing reports; or managing and coordinating an accreditation, auditing, life safety and/or correctional program(s).
• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience within a State of Colorado classified position.
• Experience in a correctional environment.
• Experience with policy drafting, review, recommendations, and development for governmental, correctional, and/or organizational entity.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications working in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State guidelines to ensure compliance with policy development.
• Experience interpreting complex rules, regulations, and standards and applying the knowledge to specific situations.
• Experience creating, gathering, or interpreting agency accreditation file documentation.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations and training staff.
• Experience as an auditor.

Qualifications

• 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;
• Strong abilities in problem solving, planning and organizational skills;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Exceptional customer service skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent judgment and decision making skills;
• Ability to research and gather data;
• Self-directed and motivated work ethic;
• Ability to multi-task;
• Ability to remain flexible and handle a large workload;
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience within a State of Colorado classified position;
• Experience in a correctional environment;
• Experience with policy drafting, review, recommendations, and development for governmental, correctional, and/or organizational entity;
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications working in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word;
• Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State guidelines to ensure compliance with policy development;
• Experience interpreting complex rules, regulations, and standards and applying the knowledge to specific situations;
• Experience creating, gathering, or interpreting agency accreditation file documentation;
• Experience developing and delivering presentations and training staff;
• Experience as an auditor.

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. Member Contribution Rates . 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; Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits. for more information.