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Department Information   This position is only open to Colorado state residents. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. 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: Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined; Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans.

Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits; Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more; Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits. for more information.

Description of Job The division is responsible to manage statutorily mandated community corrections and adult parole and YOS programs to include residential community corrections programs, nonresidential community corrections (ISP inmate), aftercare for the Youthful Offender Systems, Intensive Supervision Program for parolees and the regular parole supervision system for adult offenders released to parole supervision and the management of the Interstate Compact. Under direction and supervision, the primary duties and responsibilities will be: Review case file materials, prepares and posts wanted notices in CWISE, completes criminal case filings when appropriate and conducts searches in various law enforcement data bases in order to determine possible locations of the individual fugitives; Write reports of investigation, after action reports, affidavits for new charges, and other documents related to the apprehension of the offender; Share intelligence and activity information and disseminates case related information on high risk offenders; Utilize various computer systems and databases; Document all fugitive apprehension activities (both in-office and field) in the offender's chronological record database; Spend the majority of the time in the field - contacting family, friends, employers, and neighbors of the fugitives they are attempting to locate; Respond immediately to tips about the location of fugitives and therefore is expected to respond to the field with minimal delay; Conduct searches per state statute and case law; Conduct surveillance activities on certain high risk /high profile fugitive cases; Make arrests and transports fugitives to local county jails and/or correctional facilities; Serve as a liaison with federal, state, and municipal law enforcement agencies by coordinating law enforcement/investigative efforts; Determine when probable cause exists to file criminal charges by gathering evidence to obtain arrest warrant; File criminal charges on inmates and parolees who abscond from the custody of the Department of Corrections; Respond to incidents, emergencies which may/could include assisting agency personnel in emergency situations; Maintain proficiency in the use of firearms, arrest control techniques, CPR, and first aid. Maintain a thorough understanding of use of force compliance with certification according to State Statue and Department of Corrections policy; Pursuant to C.R.S

16-2.6-101, position will function as a PEACE Officer and will make arrests and transport parolees; Perform other job related duties as assigned or required. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. (Applicants must upload a copy of your unofficial college transcripts that include your name, college name, degree and date conferred with your application, in order to receive credit)

- OR - A combination of coursework and professional work experience in criminal justice, corrections, social work, counseling, equal to four (4) years. - AND - POST: Applicants MUST possess and maintain a current and valid Colorado P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards Training) certification

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid and unrestricted driver's license, and have no felony convictions or domestic violence history. There is no substitution for the Colorado POST Certification requirements as listed above. Only applicants who meet the minimum and special qualifications for the vacancy will be included in the comparative analysis process.

Any work experience less than full time will be prorated. Experience must be clearly described, in your own words, within the work experience section of your application to meet this requirement. Positions held within CDOC must be separated by classification, dates, and duties or the application may not be accepted.

Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application.

Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes. Required Competencies: Strong interpersonal/customer service skills focusing on respectful interaction; Ability to self-motivate and take initiative; Ability to balance public safety with re-entry goals; Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work; Strong computer skills with the ability to adapt to advances in technology; Effective written and oral communication skills with the ability to reach a variety of audiences; Ability to communicate important information and verbally summarize incidents; Ability to make decisions and think critically to solve problems; Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility; Ability to maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with others; Ability to work with a high risk/high need population; Ability to work with a diverse population; Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing; Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind. Preferred Qualifications: Experience of law enforcement fugitive apprehension operations; Experience with fugitive investigative computer programs and databases; Experience developing tactical operational plans; Experience conducting static and mobile surveillance; Current or prior Top Secret federal clearance; Current CDOC instructor as sanctioned by the CDOC Corrections Training Academy; Current CDOC credentialled rifle, shotgun and/or less lethal (37mm or 40mm) user.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ's will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.

Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions. Please note that while this change in role may constitute a change in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual's current compensation level.

Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly. If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application. If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S

equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.

Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution. In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (10) years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process.

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it

**You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records** Conditions of Employment: All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC's consideration of application for employment. Must be 21 years of age Possess a valid driver's license.

Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver's license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria.

Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle. Possess a high school diploma or GED Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C

301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609

The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents

Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; DOC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time. Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics

Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows Swing a baton in a striking technique Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic; Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ...