Correctional Officer 1- Eyman Complex

Arizona Department of Administration; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick days

Parental leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Transit subsidy

Job summary

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation & Reentry in Florence, AZ is hiring Correctional Officer 1 at the Eyman Complex. This position begins with training through the 13-week Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA) in Tucson, with a 12-month probation following graduation.

You will perform security, supervision of inmates, reports, and emergency responses while upholding safety and professional standards in a high-security facility.

Qualifications

• Strong ethics and integrity required.
• Must be physically fit and able to perform duties in a correctional setting.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• U.S. residency proof and background clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security of inmates within the facility perimeter.
• Supervise and guide inmates.
• Perform searches and conduct pat/strip searches as needed.
• De-escalate incidents and maintain safety.
• Prepare and complete reports accurately and promptly.
• Fulfill assigned post duties and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS REHABILITATION & REENTRY

Correctional Officer 1- Eyman Complex

Address: ASPC/ Eyman Complex

4374 E. Butte Ave.

Florence, AZ 85132

https://corrections.az.gov/

Salary: $45,621- $54,975

GEOGRAPHICAL STIPEND 10% BASE SALARY.

HIRING BONUS- $5,000

(These incentives reflect our commitment to attract and retain highly qualified Correctional Officers who contribute to the safety and security of our facilities.)

• $2,500 Upon completion of Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA)
• $2,500 after 6 months of Full-Time employment

(Candidates with no experience receive a $1,427.92 salary increase upon graduation from COTA)

Grade: CO1

Job Summary

We are actively seeking talented individuals for Correctional Officer positions at our Eyman (Florence, 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), in Tucson, 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

The Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry has embarked on a vision of REIMAGINING CORRECTIONS through four overarching and mission-centered goals:

• Build a meaningful Organizational Culture and Promote the Development of Team
• Create and Implement Optimal Population Management and Progression Strategies
• Deploy Quality Delivery of Services and Continuity of Care in Facilities and Communities
• Achieve Modernization and Sustainability of Practices and Resources

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-searched 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 effectively carry out your responsibilities.

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

To be considered for employment, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a High School Diploma or 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.) R2-10-207.11).

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.

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

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:

• 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 here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement

Positions in this classification participate in the Corp Retirement Plan.

Contact Us

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

Advertised: 29 Dec 2025 US Mountain Standard Time

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