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Correctional Officer 1- Phoenix Complex
Arizona Official Website of State of Arizona, Chandler, Arizona, United States, 85249
We are actively seeking talented individuals for Correctional Officer positions at our Phoenix (Phoenix, AZ) facility. Join us in our mission to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. We are embarking on a vision of reimagining corrections, guided by four overarching and mission-centered goals:
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) at ASPC - Phoenix, in Phoenix, 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 Your primary responsibilities will include:
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 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 to possess a unique set of knowledge and skills to carry out your responsibilities effectively.
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 a 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 (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) ).
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 website.
Retirement Positions in this classification participate in the Corp Retirement Plan.
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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) at ASPC - Phoenix, in Phoenix, 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 Your primary responsibilities will include:
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 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 to possess a unique set of knowledge and skills to carry out your responsibilities effectively.
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 a 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 (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) ).
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 website.
Retirement Positions in this classification participate in the Corp Retirement Plan.
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