Workforce Program Specialist

WORKFORCE PROGRAM SPECIALIST – 536493

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is hiring individuals with supervision experience to oversee workforce participants and/or inmates activities at Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) sites and in the community. This role involves supervising production in a manufacturing setting, maintaining security, and fostering a safe and efficient work environment.

Location:

Arizona State Prison Complex Perryville, Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI), 2105 North Citrus Road, Goodyear, AZ 85395

Salary: $45,786.00 (Grade 17)

• Supervises workforce participants and community-based work crews at ACI work sites.
• Maintains safety and security of participants and work crews through site, vehicle, pat, and strip searches.
• Conducts continuous observations and accountability headcounts.
• Oversees production activities and workforce conduct in manufacturing centers.
• Coordinates with Regional Operations and Workforce Development Managers to align workforce efforts with production schedules and operational needs.
• Reviews work output, provides coaching, and administers performance evaluations and discipline when necessary.
• Maintains safe, orderly, and productive work sites; supervises civilian work crew leaders where applicable.
• Ensures timely completion and submission of reports related to incidents, work performance, and operational issues.
• Assists participants in gaining industry‑recognized credentials and accessing apprenticeship programs.
• Monitors contractors for compliance with ACI contract obligations.
• Partners with ACI's Training and Education Manager to help participants secure post‑release employment.
• Drives/operates State vehicles to transport participants, attend to worksite needs, or on State business.
• Performs other duties as appropriate to the assignment.

• Knowledge of: Federal, State, and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relevant to the assignment; principles and practices of inmate management and supervision; problem‑solving and conflict resolution techniques; inventory controls; search techniques.
• Skill in: Applying laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; written and verbal communication; establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; problem‑solving, conflict resolution, and decision‑making; inventory control and search techniques; attention to detail; prioritization and time management; leadership and supervision.
• Ability to: Lift/Carry approximately 20 lbs.;
  Push/Pull approximately 20 lbs.;
  Walk/Run approximately 0.25 miles;
  Establish and maintain security, order, and discipline measures;
  Work with and supervise inmates;
  Maintain security and control of tools, equipment, and confidential information;
  Diplomatically and tactfully respond to issues;
  Establish and maintain professional working relationships with employees and inmates;
  Administer work evaluations and work production reviews;
  Evaluate documentation for accuracy and completeness;
  Conduct various types of searches;
  Work independently with minimal supervision;
  Make sound decisions;
  Adhere to and enforce ADCRR policies and procedures;
  Provide clear and concise instructions to inmate workers;
  Safely transport inmates between facility and work location.

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement.
• Two (2) years of experience as a Correctional Officer or professional experience in correctional services or the criminal justice field.
• When reentering the workforce after separation from State Service of more than two (2) years, successful completion of a training curriculum is required upon assignment to the position.
• Background investigation and drug test are required for employment.
• Valid CDL within 90 days if required for transportation duties.