CDOC Correctional Officer - Buena Vista

This Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC)

Posting to fill vacant positions at our Buena Vista location. The Buena Vista Correctional Complex consists of two facilities: the Buena Vista Correctional Facility and the Buena Vista Minimum Center.

• 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
• Swing shift differential: 7.5%, Graveyard shift differential: 14%, Weekend shift differential: 20%

• Work directly with inmates in a locked facility
• Monitor and control access to the facility and restricted areas
• Man an armed post (annual firearms certification required)
• Monitor facility perimeter, detain unidentified pedestrians and/or vehicles
• Operate a variety of mechanical doors, security devices, equipment and alarms
• Control movement of inmates throughout the daily schedule
• Escort and transport inmates in authorized 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, and vehicle searches)
• Inspect facility and cells to maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Inspect inmate mail and property
• Utilize proper protocols when responding to emergency situations such as fights, medical emergencies, fires and escapes
• Follow established tool and key control, ensure proper storage and documentation
• Attend roll call
• Document incidents using established reporting practices
• Communicate pertinent information to coworkers and supervisors
• Work additional hours and/or shifts as required to maintain safety and security of facilities that are open 24/7

• High School Diploma or a GED certificate

• Applicants must acknowledge and agree to the Conditions of Employment within the application process
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; H-1B sponsorship is not available
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a valid and unrestricted driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record
• Have no felony convictions and comply with all related statutory requirements
• Successful background investigation is required; provide written disposition of any charges if applicable
• All job offers are contingent upon a successful health screening by a healthcare professional
• Must successfully complete all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, including written and practical exams in Defensive Tactics
• Possess the physical ability to pass Defensive Tactics, including lifting, striking, and executing controlled takedowns
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and on assignment
• Must be willing and able to work all shifts, doubles, weekends, holidays, in inclement weather, and in a locked correctional environment
• Must be willing and able to use physical force as trained, including firearm use
• Must be willing and able to travel and/or transport inmates in state vehicles
• Tuberculosis screening is required of all new employees

• Strong work ethic, accountability, integrity and dependability
• Sound judgment, reasoning and decision making skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to inspire teamwork
• Excellent customer service and attention to detail
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language; communicate fluently in English verbally and in writing
• Ability to observe changes, hazards, and potential security breaches and communicate them appropriately
• Ability to visually observe and monitor inmate whereabouts and maintain accurate counts
• Knowledge of criminal justice systems, state statutes, ADA, PREA, and CDOC policies
• Intermediate computer keyboarding skills and ability to…