Correctional Officer - Perryville Complex

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.

Job Location:

ASPC/ Perryville Complex, 2105 North Citrus Road, Goodyear, AZ 85395

Posting Details

• Salary: $45,621 - $54,975
• HIRING BONUS: $5,000
• Incentives reflect our commitment to attract and retain highly qualified Correctional Officers who contribute to the safety and security of our facilities.
• -$2,500 Upon completion of Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA)
• -$2,500 after 6 months of full-time employment
• If candidates have no experience, a salary increase of $1,427.92 will be awarded upon graduation from COTA
• Grade: CO1
• Closing Date: 02/09/2026

We are actively seeking talented individuals for Correctional Officer positions at our Perryville (Goodyear, AZ) facility. Join us in our mission to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. We are embarking on a vision of reimagining corrections, guided by four overarching and mission-centered goals:

• Foster a meaningful organizational culture that promotes team development
• Implement optimal population management and progression strategies
• Deliver high-quality services and continuity of care in facilities and communities
• Modernize and sustain our practices and resources

Applicants who successfully complete our selection process will have the opportunity to attend and complete the thirteen-week Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA) in Tucson, Arizona. Graduates of COTA will receive a Certificate of Completion in Correctional Technology, equivalent to 21 college credit hours. Following COTA, you will begin serving a required 12-month probationary period, making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the security of the inmate population within the facility’s perimeter
• Providing supervision and guidance to inmates
• Conducting thorough pat and strip searches to maintain safety
• Effectively de-escalating situations
• Initiating and completing reports accurately and promptly
• Fulfilling all assigned post duties diligently
• Responding promptly to emergency situations as required

As a Correctional Officer, you will need to possess a unique set of knowledge and skills to effectively carry out your responsibilities.

• Communication and Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Uphold high standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Adhere to the code of conduct, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate impartiality in decision-making.
• Physical Fitness and Stamina:
  Working within a correctional facility requires physical fitness and stamina. The role may involve standing for extended periods, performing searches, restraining individuals, and responding to emergency situations.

To be considered for employment, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED
• Hold a valid driver’s license
• Have no felony convictions
• Provide proof of legal U.S. residency
• Employment is contingent upon passing a background investigation

If the position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function, the following applies: any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid, class-appropriate driver’s license, complete required training, and pass driver’s license checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and not revoked or suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driving record…