CDOC Correctional Officer II: Sterling, Colorado

Overview

The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. This vacancy is at the Sterling Correctional Facility (SCF) in Sterling, CO.

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.

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer opportunities including distinctive career advancement, strong retirement benefits, health plans, disability coverage, paid life insurance, holidays plus vacation and sick leave, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and more.

This announcement will be used to generate an eligibility list for the Sterling Correctional Facility only.

The Correctional Officer II is accountable for providing lead work and limited supervision. Duties may include assignment to a single or multiple control center areas (e.g., mail room, meal hall, or meal cart movement, canteen, visitation center, medical facility, housing), coordinating activities of others in regulating inmates, civilians, property, security, custody and control functions. Position maintains the safety and security of the general public, staff and inmates;

duties include, but are not limited to:

• Providing lead work guidance and training to assigned positions;
• Recommending assignments for correctional officers;
• Providing input into performance plans;
• Promoting and maintaining a safe and secure environment through observation, communication, adherence to agency regulations, facility adjustments and the Code of Penal Discipline;
• Enforcing statutes, regulations, orders, directives, and procedures;
• Managing inmate behavior and encouraging personal accountability through professional communication;
• Monitoring and controlling access to the facility and restricted areas;
• Training and guiding staff on the use of controlled items, keys, tools, equipment and chemicals;
• Enforcing security procedures through site searches, inmate counts, contraband control, strip searches, cell searches, pat searches, and transportation;
• Responding to emergencies such as fights, fires and escapes per policy and documenting required reports;
• May be required to seize, hold, control, and/or subdue violent or threatening individuals, requiring physical ability;
• Other duties as assigned.

Positions may require working additional hours and/or shifts to maintain safety and security.

High School Diploma or GED, and two (2) years of corrections-related experience, law enforcement patrol experience, or military experience. Experience must be clearly described in the Work Experience section of the application, with each position separated by job classification, duties, and dates. Any work experience less than full time will be prorated. Substitution: college course work may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis (transcripts required for college credit).

Corrections-related experience is defined as work that provided direct service to/with inmates such as correctional officer, teaching, social work, nursing, food service, maintenance, or direct work with inmates in program implementation; substitutions and other details described in the original announcement apply.

Required Competencies:

• Ability to follow instructions;
• Self-directed and motivated work ethic;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships;
• Thoroughness and attention to detail;
• Knowledge of the COPD process;
• Ability to manage time effectively;
• Ability to de-escalate situations;
• Flexible and adaptable…