CDOC Licensed Boiler Operator CSLTS I (Denver)

About the role

Department Information: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security of the general public, staff and inmates.
• Ensure efficient and effective operations of assigned physical plant areas and train and supervise inmate workers.
• Maintain safety and security of facility and work sites; through clear and accurate communication train and guide inmates in the proper use of controlled items, tools, equipment and chemicals; enforce security procedures by conducting work site searches, strip searches and inmate shakedowns; monitor workplace environment and inmate behavior, paying close attention to changes, inappropriate activity or potential problems; initiate verbal reprimands when warranted and, if necessary, physically control inmates with the proper application of restraints or "use of force" techniques; monitor, supervise and escort inmates according to facility policy and limit inmate access to restricted areas; perform inmate counts and transportation; respond to emergency situations such as fights, fires and escapes according to agency policy and write and submit required reporting.
• Provide supervisory duties for assigned inmate workers; promote a high level of performance by setting the work standard according to agency mission, vision and values; train and instruct staff and inmates in the appropriate use of all relevant tools, equipment and procedures to ensure efficient,