Correctional Officer Specialist- Maintenance (NMCD #16571+)

$22.56 - $31.58 Hourly

$46,923 - $65,692 Annually

This position is a Pay Band CC

Posting Details

THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES

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

Due to available budget allocated for this position, the hiring rate will not exceed $25.18 per hour.

Why does the job exist?

This position will provide general maintenance to include carpentry related jobs, sheet rock, painting, repairing floors, cleaning and similar duties within adult correctional facilities.

How does it get done?

* Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work indoors and outdoors
* Maintain equipment and tools
* Prepare work orders
* Supervise inmate work crews within an adult correctional facility

Who are the customers?

* New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) staff
* Public and private partners
* Community members

Ideal Candidate

Experience with the following:
* Working as an electrician
* Working in other areas of maintenance
* Operating vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment

Minimum Qualification

High School Diploma or equivalency and one (1) year experience in building or facility maintenance.

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 Driver's License. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, must be at least 18 years old, 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. Willingness to work in a correctional facility, may be required to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information: Aurora Padilla (505) 469-2790, or email: Aurora.Padilla@cd.nm.gov. Email

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

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.