JOB
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.
Who May Apply:
This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
Job Location:
This vacancy is for the Buena Vista Correctional Complex. The resulting eligibility list may be used to fill future vacancies.
**We are pleased to share that the CDOC has collaborated with Fading West Development LLC (FWD) to assist our employees with housing in the Buena Vista Area. They are located in the Farm neighborhood near shopping, restaurants, a fitness center and work.
- CDOC cannot guarantee housing, and does not operate the housing. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES This Correctional Support Trades Supervisor II (CSTS II) is the Boiler House Lieutenant for the Buena Vista Correctional Complex; a Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) prison facility in Buena Vista, CO. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: ensuring the safety and security of the general public, staff and inmates; ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operation of facility Boiler House systems and supervising assigned staff and inmate work crews. This position promotes the Colorado Department of Corrections Mission, Vision and Values with honesty, integrity and commitment.
Safety and Security - This position maintains the safety and security of facility and work sites; through clear and accurate communication; trains and guides staff and inmates in the proper use of controlled items, keys, tools, equipment and chemicals. Through conscientious observation, clear communications and adherence to agency Administrative Regulations, facility Implementation Adjustments, Operational Memorandum, and the Code of Penal Discipline, this position promotes a safe and secure environment.
This position is subject to facility call back or working additional hours or shifts to maintain safety and security.
Supervision -This position provides safety and security through the supervision of assigned staff who supervise and train inmate workers, promoting a high level of performance by setting the work standard according to agency mission, vision, and values. This position trains and instructs staff and inmates in the appropriate use of all relevant tools, equipment and procedures to ensure efficient, safe, and effective completion of assigned tasks by stressing safe construction practices and the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for self, staff, and inmates; and by exemplifying a professional workforce that embodies honesty, integrity and ethical behavior.
Staff Supervision - participates in the hiring process by interviewing candidates and making recommendations; by preparing and conducting performance plans and evaluations; Assigns tasks, monitors and inspects work progress and ensures assigned staff receive required training; position coaches and mentors staff in regards to agency supervision and other processes in preparation for career growth and opportunity.
Inmate Supervision - This position participates in the interview and hiring process in order to ensure appropriate placement of inmates on work crews and that training needs are met; ensures inmate workers are trained in all aspects of Boiler House operations (correct methods, tool use and care, reading blueprints, and project planning); while monitoring project progress, inspecting work and ensuring timely completion of tasks. This position ensures inmate evaluations are complete, tracks and calculates inmate hours and pay, creates, schedules, and assigns tasks, and resolves informal grievances according to agency policy while reducing inmate idleness and creating real life work opportunities that prepare inmates for community reentry.
May provide supervisory duties in the absence of other supervisors.
Operations - This position ensures the safe, efficient, compliant and cost effective execution of assigned tasks and projects by performing "hands on" instructional work alongside staff and inmates. This position is responsible for facility boiler house, water treatment plant and assists with HVAC systems, ensuring proper operations through constant monitoring, testing, recording, and certifying, and by completing corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance, and routine inspections of those systems.
Position coordinates logistical support with other trades and shops in order to use resources efficiently; monitors progress and quality of work; completes required documentation such as work orders and incident reports; provides assistance as necessary to other operational areas of the maintenance department.
This position ensures all work completed is in compliance with the American Correctional Association (ACA) and any other applicable agency; local, state or federal regulations, policy, and standards; maintains accurate and timely documentation and record keeping for all assigned areas. Reviews historical data, obtains vendor price quotes when planning projects, and ensures resources and supplies remain within allotted budget. With prior purchase approval and in accordance with fiscal rules and policies, this position maintains supplies by determining quantities of spare parts and material to be kept on hand and performing periodic inventories to ensure availability and determine usage. This position implements procedures for efficient inventory and elimination of theft, waste, and loss and initiates requisitions for additional supply purchases, insuring accountability and proper processing. This position updates drawings and maintains records, files, and drawings, ensuring the availability of maintenance manuals pertinent to this field of expertise.
This position is subject to the following:
Facility call back, working additional hours or shifts to maintain security and operations, working shift work and rotating weekends; working outside during inclement weather and in close proximity to industrial equipment.
Position may be assigned to assist other trades supervisors and crews. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
After submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application.
Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept. of Corrections employee or from this email address:
[email protected]. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Liz Ramos at
[email protected].
SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange, at
[email protected] or call 719-728-0270.
ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.
