Colorado Department of Corrections is hiring: CDOC Technician III (Library) - De

Overview

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Location: Denver, CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. This position works in a state correctional facility and interacts directly with inmates.

Department Information

Who May Apply: This position is open to residents of Colorado.

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
• Comprehensive retirement benefits (PERA) with options and 401K/457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year, vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more

Description Of Job

Under the direction of the Regional Librarian, Programs Manager and Programs Supervisor, supervise the daily operation of a library in an adult correctional facility serving offenders of multiple classification levels. Design and implement the administrative operations of the library, including creating and revising procedures; writing, updating, and revising procedure manuals; planning, scheduling, and assigning work projects to offender library employees; developing work standards and monitoring work quality and flow; monitoring and planning for the expenditure of library funds; solving and proposing solutions to problems affecting library operations and work standards; and exercising discretion regarding the application of library policies and procedures. This position may assist in other areas of the facility during emergencies or lockdowns. This position works directly with inmates in a state correctional facility.

Primary Duties

• Answer information requests by conducting reference interviews and locating desired information
• Provide instruction on information literacy and library skills; inform about interlibrary loan; screen requests for selection criteria; instruct patrons on loan procedures; search incoming books for content and contraband
• Provide library service to inmates in restricted housing/diagnostic units
• Recommend materials to meet educational, informational and recreational needs of inmates
• Assign classification numbers and subject headings per Dewey Decimal and related catalogs
• Monitor inmate behavior, enforce security regulations and library rules; handle conflicts and write incident reports
• Prepare annual funding requests and report annual expenditures
• Compose and distribute monthly narrative and statistical reports
• Supervise inmate library clerks and provide training
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of technical or high level clerical experience. Experience must be clearly described in the work history of your application; part-time work will be prorated.

Education and Experience: A combination of college coursework in Criminal Justice, Business Management, Public Administration, Information Science, or related field and related experience equal to three (3) years. You must submit a copy of your unofficial college transcript with your name, institution, degree, and date conferred to receive credit. If using education to meet minimum qualifications, attach the unofficial transcript in PDF or JPG.

Required Competencies

• Ability to work directly with inmates in a prison environment
• Exceptional interpersonal/customer service skills
• Ability to train/instruct others
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to correspond and share documents via email
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Self-control in stressful, potentially violent situations
• Emotional resilience and alertness during shifts
• Ability to read and comprehend English
• Ability to create accessible documents following plain language guidelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant technical experience with the State of Colorado
• Knowledge of library services and experience with an integrated library system (ILS)
• Experience selecting, processing, shelving, and maintaining library materials
• Experience working with a diverse population

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS PROCESS

Important Information

The Assessment Process: Applications are reviewed to determine MQs. Qualified applicants may undergo a comparative analysis which may include suitability screening, assessments, or other evaluations. AI tools may not be used to create or alter responses during the assessment process.

Ensure the Work Experience section fully addresses qualifications. Resume statements cannot replace the Work Experience section. Include complete information by the closing date.

Background: Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Some positions require extensive background checks and screenings.

Federal and state requirements regarding residency, eligibility to work, and drug testing apply. Notifications may be sent via email; check spam/junk folders.

All department facilities are tobacco free. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer.

Supplemental Information

After submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledgment. If you do not, verify submission and the email address provided. If you have questions, contact the specified HR representative.