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Arizona State Government

Correctional Officer 1- Safford- Fort Grant Unit

Arizona State Government, Buckeye, Arizona, United States, 85326

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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. 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 – Safford – Fort Grant Unit

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Address: ASPC/ Safford-Fort Grant Unit 15500 South Fort Grant Road Ft. Grant, AZ 85643 https://corrections.az.gov/ Posting Details

Salary: $45,621 – $54,975 Geographical stipend: 5% of base salary Hiring bonus: $5,000 Upon completion of Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA): -$2,500 After 6 months of full‑time employment: -$2,500 Candidates with no experience receive a $1,427.92 salary increase upon graduation from COTA Grade: CO1 Job Summary

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 Attend and complete the thirteen‑week Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA) in Tucson, Arizona, and begin a required 12‑month probationary period 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 searched to maintain safety Effectively de‑escalate situations Initiating and completing reports accurately and promptly Fulfilling all assigned post duties diligently Responding promptly to emergency situations as required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

As a Correctional Officer, you will need a unique set of knowledge and skills to effectively carry out your responsibilities. Communication and interpersonal skills: uphold high standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism; adhere to the code of conduct, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate impartiality in decision‑making. Physical fitness and stamina: 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 Pass a background investigation and Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) Complete a tuberculosis (TB) test during new employee orientation and every year thereafter Meet driver‑license requirements for operating motor vehicles on state business (maintain a current, valid driver’s license, complete required training, maintain acceptable driving records, carry required insurance) 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 Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by the State of Arizona, please visit the benefits page. We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees. 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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