STATEWIDE CORRECTIONAL OFFICER 3

Arizona State Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry is seeking candidates for the position of Correctional Officer III. This role involves ensuring the safety and management of inmates across various locations in Arizona. Qualified candidates must meet specific experience or educational requirements and complete necessary evaluation processes, benefiting from competitive leave, insurance, and retirement options.

Benefits

Paid leave

Insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Experience as a Correctional Officer II is required.
• Background checks and training completion are mandatory.
• Candidates are expected to meet pre-employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage inmate classification and behavior.
• Adhere to safety and security protocols.
• Participate in the training and evaluation process.

Skills

Inmate management

Safety protocols

Physical fitness

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION & REENTRY

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements.

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

STATEWIDE CORRECTIONAL OFFICER 3

Job Location: Various - Statewide

Job ID - 534177

Salary: $58,212.00

Grade: 18

Opening Date: 6/11/2025

Apply by Date: 6/20/2025

Job Summary:

This position is open to current Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry employees and external candidates. Candidates on the current Correctional Officer III register must re-apply as this announcement will replace the existing register. Important deadlines include submitting required documents to [e-mail], taking the written exam online between July 7-21, 2025, and participating in the oral board starting August 11, 2025. Additional documents such as physical fitness certificates, transcripts, and voluntary demotion memos must be submitted by specified deadlines. Qualifications include experience as a Correctional Officer II or a relevant degree, with specific requirements for current employees and external applicants. The selection process involves evaluation of training, experience, and promotional points, with a ranking system for job offers. The register remains active until a new one is developed or recruitment needs change. Employees may be eligible for educational stipends based on their degrees. The role involves classification duties, inmate management, and adherence to safety and security protocols. Candidates must meet pre-employment requirements, including background checks and training completion. Benefits include paid leave, insurance, retirement, and flexible work options. Positions participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP). The department is an equal opportunity employer, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.