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State of Arizona

WORKFORCE PROGRAM SPECIALIST

State of Arizona, Florence, Arizona, United States, 85179

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS REHABILITATION & REENTRY Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements.

WORKFORCE PROGRAM SPECIALIST (INDUSTRIAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST) Job Location: Arizona State Prison Complex – Eyman, Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI), 4374 East Butte Avenue, Florence, Arizona 85132. https://corrections.az.gov/

Posting Details: Salary: $45,786.00; Grade: 17; Open Until Filled.

Job Summary Make your law enforcement, correctional, military, or security experience work for you. This rewarding career opportunity is waiting for you. The ADCRR is hiring individuals with supervision experience to oversee workforce participants and/or inmates' activities at ACI sites and in the community. This role involves supervising production in a manufacturing setting, maintaining security, and fostering a safe and efficient work environment.

Job Duties

Supervises workforce participants and community-based work crews at ACI work sites

Maintains the safety and security of participants and work crews through site, vehicle, patrol, and strip searches

Conducts continuous observations and accountability headcounts

Oversees production activities and workforce conduct in manufacturing centers

Coordinates with the designated Regional Operations and Workforce Development Managers to align workforce efforts with production schedules and operational needs

Reviews work output, provides coaching, and administers performance evaluations and discipline when necessary

Maintains safe, orderly, and productive work sites and supervises civilian work crew leaders where applicable

Ensures timely completion and submission of reports related to incidents, work performance, and operational issues

Assists participants in gaining industry-recognized credentials and accessing apprenticeship programs

Monitors contractors for compliance with ACI contract obligations

Partners with ACI’s Training and Education Manager to help participants secure post‑release employment

Drives or operates state vehicles to transport participants, attend to worksite needs, or conduct state business

Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge

Federal, State, and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relevant to the assignment

Principles and practices of inmate management and supervision

Problem‑solving and conflict resolution techniques

Inventory controls

Search techniques

Skills

Applying laws, rules, regulations, and policies to the assignment

Written and verbal communication

Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships

Problem‑solving, conflict resolution, and decision‑making

Inventory control and search techniques

Attention to detail

Prioritization and time management

Leadership and supervision

Abilities

Lift or carry approximately 20 lbs.

Push or pull approximately 20 lbs.

Walk or run approximately .25 miles

Establish and maintain security, order, and discipline measures

Work with and supervise inmates

Maintain control of tools, equipment, and confidential information

Diplomatically and tactfully respond to issues

Establish and maintain professional working relationships with employees and inmates

Administer work evaluations and review work production

Evaluate documentation for accuracy and completeness

Conduct various types of searches

Work independently with minimal supervision and make sound decisions

Adhere to and enforce ADCRR’s policies and procedures

Provide clear and concise instructions to inmate workers

Safely transport inmates between the facility and work location

Selective Preference(s)

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement

Two (2) years of experience as a Correctional Officer, or professional experience in correctional services or the criminal justice field

Candidates who have been separated from State Service for more than two (2) years will require successful completion of a training curriculum upon assignment

Pre‑Employment Requirements

Background investigation and drug test required

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement within 90 days if transporting inmates is required

Successful completion of required training for individuals separated from State Service for more than two (2) years upon assignment

Must obtain and maintain a current, valid driver’s license and comply with state vehicle operating regulations

All newly hired State employees must complete a Tuberculosis (TB) test during orientation and annually thereafter

All newly hired State employees must complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify)

Benefits

Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year

Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks per year for newborn or newly placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)

Robust and affordable insurance plan including medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability options

Exceptional retirement program through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program

Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Retirement Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Current ADCRR employees should consult with their Human Resources Liaison if they are in a different retirement plan.

Contact Us The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling 602‑255‑2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

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