Correctional Officer Security Threat Intelligence Unit (NMCD #17458)

Salary

$22.62 - $33.93 Hourly

$47,050 - $70,575 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C5

Posting Details

• APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME - RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH & YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*

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

Due to the available budget allocated for this position, the hiring rate will not exceed $27.51 per hour.

Why does the job exist?

This position will provide fugitive enforcement and all procedures associated with drug interdiction in a correctional setting.

How does it get done?

• Conduct investigations
• Provide daily monitoring of inmate telephone calls
• Monitor all Security Threat and Gang activities

Who are the customers?

• New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD)

Ideal Candidate

Experience in the following:

• Checking for contraband, disturbances and evidence of infractions of rules
• Reporting security breaches, disturbances and violations of rules
• Searching of offenders and their living quarters
• Correctional Officer
• Assisting in transfer/transportation of offenders

Minimum Qualification

High School Diploma or equivalency and completion of the NM Corrections Academy within 12 months of hire date.

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. Successful completion of the New Mexico Corrections Academy within one (1) year of hire is required. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Drivers License. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, must be at least 18 years old, have a 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. Willingness to work in a correctional facility, may be required to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

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Agency Contact Information:Michelle Slater (505) 876-8212, or email:Michelle.Slater@cd.nm.gov Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.