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Correctional Officer Captain

Full-time

State of New Mexico

: Salary

$26.45 - $37.03 Hourly

$55,014 - $77,019 Annually

This position is a Pay Band CE

Posting Details

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

Why does the job exist?

This position will oversee shift Lieutenants and run facilities. Position will provide safety, security and orderly operations within an adult correctional facility.

How does it get done?
  • Provide oversight of shifts
  • Serve in special assignments within an adult correctional facility
  • Provide oversight and direction to security staff during institutional shift hours
  • Provide safety, security and orderly operations
  • Enforce post orders and policies
  • Completing reports in a timely manner
  • Provide direction through use of good judgment, professionalism and attention to duty
Who are the customers?
  • New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) staff
  • Public and private partners
  • Community members
Ideal Candidate Experience in the following:
  • Supervision
  • Working as a Correctional Officer Lieutenant
  • Working within an Adult correctional facility
  • Writing and compiling reports
  • Handling rapidly changing situations
Minimum Qualification

High School Diploma or equivalency and six (6) years of experience in a correctional setting, law enforcement and/or military, of which two (2) years must have been as a Correctional Officer Lieutenant. Experience as a supervisor in the military and/or law enforcement may substitute for up to one (1) year of require experience as a Correctional Officer Lieutenant.

Employment Requirements

This position is safety sensitive. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing. In addition, candidates must pass pre-employment Academy screening. For all custody positions, successful completion of the New Mexico Corrections Academy is required. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, must be at least 18 , have at least a high school education or its equivalent, be of good moral character, have not been convicted of a felony in the courts of this or any state or in the federal courts, and successfully pass any physical and aptitude examination the department may require. Employment is subject to a pre-employment background investigation and is conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an adult prison environment, which includes daily contact with and supervision of inmates. May be required to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

Supplemental Information

Benefits:

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Agency Contact Information: Sandra Jensen View phone number on us.edajobs.com, or email Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Vacancy posted 10 hours ago
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