Office of Inspector General

Arizona State Prison Complex: Yuma

Job ID: 532874 

Exam # 25-892

Salary: $68,553.00 

Grade: 20

Opening Date: 04/02/2025

Closing Date: 04/11/2025  

Employees must have received at least a meets expectations overall rating on the most recent performance evaluation.  

Must have one year of SSU Sgt. experience and six months of Lieutenant experience.

The preferred candidate will have knowledge in security threat groups, criminal street gangs, and prison gangs. Ability to identify, analyze and verify intelligence obtained through informants and sources; interviewing techniques and effectively communicate intelligence through memorandums and reports.   

Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.)

Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of training and experience. Therefore, please note the following: 

Adequate work history identifying experience, duties, qualifications, selective requirements, and/or preferences must be reflected on the resume to receive applicable credit. 

Each promotion or different position with the same employer must be listed separately on the resume. 

ALL RELEVANT INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION. 

Candidates who meet the announced qualifications and selective preferences will be certified to the register and referred to the Hiring Authority for further consideration. 

An oral board will be convened as part of the evaluation process. 

THIS REGISTER MAY BE USED TO DEVELOP FUTURE HIRING LISTS FOR SIMILAR POSITIONS IN THE SAME GEOGRAPHICAL AREA FOR UP TO SIX MONTHS. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Responsible for the collection and reporting of intelligence; gather information from various sources to uncover any potential security threats or illicit activities within the facility; compile intelligence into detailed reports for command staff. Participate in cell and complex searches to uncover contraband or evidence of wrongdoing. This role requires a keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to analyze information effectively. 

Required to travel on state business. Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment.

WORK CONDITIONS: Shift work; exposure to hazards associated with duties maintaining security, order and discipline of inmates in and outside of an institution.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Security, custody and disciplinary practices and procedures in a correctional institution; Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing controls of inmates; methods, techniques and practices of paraprofessional counseling and crisis intervention for inmates; principles and practices of supervision and work leadership; The use of self-defense and use of weapons and related defense and control equipment; practices and techniques of observing, detecting and defusing adverse actions by inmate populations. Knowledge of evidence collection and SSU practices. Validation processes per D.O. 806.  

SKILLS IN/ABILITY TO: Must have one year of SSU Sgt. experience. Applying and interpreting security, custody and discipline measures for an institution; applying methods and techniques of paraprofessional counseling and crisis intervention for inmates and staff; applying methods and techniques of supervising; using and training in self-defense and use of weapons and related defense/control equipment; observing, detecting and defusing adverse actions by inmates; basic first aid measures, and use of devices for self and staff protection from serious health disorders; verbal and written communications as required by the duties and assignments in a correctional setting; interpersonal relationships within a correctional setting; maintaining a calm and even temperament during emergency situations. 

Not Applicable

Some positions require a medical/physical evaluation, psychological examinations, pre-employment drug screening, and undergo a background investigation prior to appointment; A current Arizona driver’s license appropriate to the assignment is required at the time of appointment. Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) Employment is contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.

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
- 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

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

Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-255-2430.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.