CDOC Correctional Officer - Canon Facilities

Overview

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) has facilities in Canon City, Colorado. This posting will be used to fill vacant positions at our Canon City locations. There are endless opportunities with the CDOC. Current CDOC CO I employees are encouraged to apply for transfers through the posted Central Transfer Process job announcement.

Applicants are encouraged to review the following series of Administrative Regulations (AR) to prepare for the comparative analysis process: 100's and 300's series. These ARs can be found on CDOC’s website:
Colorado Department of Corrections policies.

The assessment scores may be used for future announcements. 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 its citizens. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas to redesign service delivery for efficiency.

In addition to a great agency and meaningful work, we offer:

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
• Strong retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution plans plus 401K and 457 plans;
• 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.

Division-wide information and benefits are available for review; contact the State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information. Salary differentials apply for swing, graveyard, and weekend shifts.

The Correctional Officer I (CO I) position maintains the safety and security of CDOC prison facilities. CO I officers support the CDOC mission, vision, and values with integrity and commitment while preparing inmates for community reentry. They communicate professionally with inmates, families, coworkers, supervisors, managers, and the public; work as part of a cohesive team, and manage a diverse inmate population.

Responsibilities include ensuring the safety of the public, staff, and inmates, and performing duties that support security operations.

• Work directly with inmates in a locked facility;
• Monitor and control access to the facility and restricted areas;
• Man a post (annual firearms certification required);
• Monitor facility perimeter and detain unidentified pedestrians and/or vehicles;
• Operate mechanical doors, security devices, equipment, and alarms;
• Control movement of inmates throughout the daily schedule;
• Escort and transport inmates in state vehicles;
• Monitor visiting areas;
• Conduct formal, informal, and emergency counts;
• Cross-check and maintain movement logs;
• Conduct searches for contraband (canine, metal detector, pat, perimeter, strip, vehicle searches);
• Inspect facility and cells to maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards;
• Inspect inmate mail and property;
• Respond to emergencies (fights, medical emergencies, fires, escapes) using established protocols;
• Follow tool and key control procedures and ensure proper storage and documentation;
• Attend roll call and document incidents using established reporting practices;
• Communicate pertinent information to coworkers and supervisors.

High School Diploma or GED certificate.

• Applicants must acknowledge and agree to Conditions of Employment within the application process.
• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States; CDOC uses e-Verify. CDOC does not sponsor non-residents.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid unrestricted driver’s license; drivers must maintain a valid Colorado license and safe driving record. See Colorado Division of Human Resources Driving Standards for details.
• Former State employees terminated or who resigned in lieu of termination must disclose information as part of the application process.
• No felony convictions as described in policy; must pass a background investigation and provide disposition for any charges.
• All offers are contingent…