Arizona State Government
Correctional Officer 1- Tucson/Douglas Commitment
Arizona State Government, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS REHABILITATION & REENTRY
Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.
Correctional Officer 1- Tucson/Douglas Commitment Job Location: Address: ASPC - Tucson 10000 S. Wilmot Rd. Tucson, AZ 85734 Posting Details: Salary: $45,621 - $54,975 $5,000 HIRING BONUS Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA) will be completed in Tucson. -$2,500 upon completion of Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA) -$2,500 after 6 months of full-time employment (Candidates with no experience receive a $1,427.92 salary increase upon graduation from COTA.)
Grade: CO1 Closing Date: 01/12/2026 Job Summary: We are actively seeking talented individuals for Correctional Officer positions for our Tucson/Douglas Commitment starting at our Tucson (Tucson, AZ) facility. A one-year commitment will begin on the date you start at the Tucson Complex. You may be offered an earlier opportunity for transfer to ASPC-Douglas based on availability. This position is scheduled for up to a sixteen‑hour day, including four hours of paid travel time. Schedules are based on operational needs and are subject to change. You will report to ASPC-Douglas, where a vanpool will transport you to ASPC‑Tucson for your scheduled work day. You will work your shift and then return to ASPC-Douglas.
Foster a meaningful organizational culture that promotes team development
Implement optimal population management and progression strategies
Deliver high-quality services and continuity of care in facilities and communities
Modernize and sustain our practices and resources
Applicants who successfully complete our selection process will have the opportunity to attend and complete the thirteen‑week Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA) Tucson, Arizona. Graduates of COTA will receive a Certificate of Completion in Correctional Technology, equivalent to 21 college credit hours. Following COTA, you will begin serving a required 12‑month probationary period, making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
Job Duties:
Ensuring the security of the inmate population within the facility’s perimeter
Providing supervision and guidance to inmates
Conducting thorough pat and strip searches to maintain safety
Effectively de‑escalate situationsInitiating and completing reports accurately and promptly
Fulfilling all assigned post duties diligently
Responding promptly to emergency situations as required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
Correctional Officers must uphold high standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Adhering to the code of conduct, maintaining confidentiality, and demonstrating impartiality in decision‑making are critical aspects of the role.
Physical Fitness and Stamina:
Working within a correctional facility requires physical fitness and stamina. The role may involve standing for extended periods, performing searches, restraining individuals, and responding to emergency situations.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess a High School Diploma or Graduate Equivalency Degree (GED)
Hold a valid driver’s license
Have no felony convictions
Provide proof of legal U.S. residency
Employment is contingent upon the selected applicant passing a background investigation. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid, class‑appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driving training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
Benefits:
Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid parental leave—up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability options
Exceptional retirement program
Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement: Positions in this classification participate in the Corp 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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Correctional Officer 1- Tucson/Douglas Commitment Job Location: Address: ASPC - Tucson 10000 S. Wilmot Rd. Tucson, AZ 85734 Posting Details: Salary: $45,621 - $54,975 $5,000 HIRING BONUS Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA) will be completed in Tucson. -$2,500 upon completion of Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA) -$2,500 after 6 months of full-time employment (Candidates with no experience receive a $1,427.92 salary increase upon graduation from COTA.)
Grade: CO1 Closing Date: 01/12/2026 Job Summary: We are actively seeking talented individuals for Correctional Officer positions for our Tucson/Douglas Commitment starting at our Tucson (Tucson, AZ) facility. A one-year commitment will begin on the date you start at the Tucson Complex. You may be offered an earlier opportunity for transfer to ASPC-Douglas based on availability. This position is scheduled for up to a sixteen‑hour day, including four hours of paid travel time. Schedules are based on operational needs and are subject to change. You will report to ASPC-Douglas, where a vanpool will transport you to ASPC‑Tucson for your scheduled work day. You will work your shift and then return to ASPC-Douglas.
Foster a meaningful organizational culture that promotes team development
Implement optimal population management and progression strategies
Deliver high-quality services and continuity of care in facilities and communities
Modernize and sustain our practices and resources
Applicants who successfully complete our selection process will have the opportunity to attend and complete the thirteen‑week Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA) Tucson, Arizona. Graduates of COTA will receive a Certificate of Completion in Correctional Technology, equivalent to 21 college credit hours. Following COTA, you will begin serving a required 12‑month probationary period, making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
Job Duties:
Ensuring the security of the inmate population within the facility’s perimeter
Providing supervision and guidance to inmates
Conducting thorough pat and strip searches to maintain safety
Effectively de‑escalate situationsInitiating and completing reports accurately and promptly
Fulfilling all assigned post duties diligently
Responding promptly to emergency situations as required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
Correctional Officers must uphold high standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Adhering to the code of conduct, maintaining confidentiality, and demonstrating impartiality in decision‑making are critical aspects of the role.
Physical Fitness and Stamina:
Working within a correctional facility requires physical fitness and stamina. The role may involve standing for extended periods, performing searches, restraining individuals, and responding to emergency situations.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess a High School Diploma or Graduate Equivalency Degree (GED)
Hold a valid driver’s license
Have no felony convictions
Provide proof of legal U.S. residency
Employment is contingent upon the selected applicant passing a background investigation. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid, class‑appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driving training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
Benefits:
Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid parental leave—up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability options
Exceptional retirement program
Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement: Positions in this classification participate in the Corp 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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