Overview
This position is only open to permanent employees of the Colorado Department of Corrections. Due to the State's current hiring freeze, this position will not be filled until January 1, 2026, or after, unless a hiring freeze waiver/exemption has been approved.
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Benefits
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan;
Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans;
Medical and dental health plans;
Short and long term disability coverage;
Paid life insurance;
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
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Description of Job
Position provides daily case management functions of the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC). Utilizing an advocacy-based team approach to case management, this position will focus on successful offender re‑entry into society.
Primary Responsibilities
Meet with individual offenders to guide them in accordance with CDOC needs and regulations, Federal Laws, State Statutes and other case management goals and objectives ensuring continuity of care from intake to release;
Deliver case management services utilizing motivational interviewing and cognitive based interventions in alignment with Colorado Transitional Accountability Plan (CTAP);
Identify and collect meaningful information in relation to criminogenic needs;
Determine an individual case plan, proper programmatic needs, and goals in collaboration with the offender;
Coordinate offender access to work, education, treatment and recreational programs, determine earned time grants, develop initial parole board risk assessments and actions, and design parole plans;
Monitor, evaluate, and record progress;
Complete assessments and updates at regular intervals in accordance with CDOC policy and case management procedures;
Maintain regular interaction with offenders coordinating medical and mental health and/or substance treatment, education, program referrals, work assignments and periodic CTAP re‑assessment, as needed;
Research case files and prepare plans for presentation to the community and parole boards;
Assist offenders in preparing for transition;
Maintain a multidisciplinary network of effective communication, providing opportunities for offenders to receive feedback, crisis intervention, and grievance resolution;
Stress results oriented direction in guiding offender behavior to conform to socially acceptable standards through role modeling pro‑social behavior while monitoring physical, mental and emotional well‑being of assigned offenders;
Teach pro‑social classes to offenders;
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience working directly with a hard‑to‑serve high‑needs client population in a correctional or human services environment providing case management work to include case planning, assessment of risks and needs, coordination of community services and/or identifying needs and referring to appropriate resources, and monitoring compliance and overall case supervision as your primary assignment. Additional components may include multidisciplinary staffing/regular meetings, resolving client issues, and aiding offenders in locating housing and acquiring employment.
OR – Three (3) years of corrections experience which must include one (1) year experience with a hard‑to‑serve needs client population providing components of offender management exhibited by involvement in Internal Classification Committees (ICC), Classification Hearings, Job Placement and Supervision, Individualized Program Instruction/Tutoring, Multi‑Disciplinary Staffing, Responding to Offender Grievances and Resolving Offender Issues, Offender Housing Placement and Movement, Intelligence Gathering and Processing, as well as Role Modeling Pro‑Social Behaviors while maintaining Positive Professional Communications.
OR – A combination of education (Criminal Justice, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or similarly related field) and experience as defined above equal to three (3) years.
Required Competencies
Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind;
Self‑control and the ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations;
Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift;
Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction;
Significant interpersonal/customer service skills;
Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and prioritize;
Keen ability to multi‑task and demonstrate flexibility;
Strong self‑motivation;
Established proficiency in position‑related office technologies;
Compelling attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of Evidence Based Practices and Interventions for the successful re‑entry of inmates;
Proven ability to provide efficient and effective service to hard‑to‑serve clients with medium/high risk needs;
Excellent ability to coordinate services and cooperate with others toward a common goal;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Google Suite.
Conditions of Employment
Must be 21 years of age;
Possess a valid driver’s license and a high school diploma or GED;
Have no felony convictions; possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics (including standard defensive techniques and exposure to Oleoresin Capsicum) and meet health and medical requirements, including TB screening;
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and will submit to a background investigation;
Must successfully complete all modules of the six‑week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, including defensive tactics, reading comprehension, and competency assessments;
Must be able to see, hear, and respond appropriately to potential breaches in safety and security.
Appeal Rights
If you have received notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. Appeals must be submitted within ten (10) calendar days of receipt of notice and may be submitted by email, postal mail, or fax.
Supplemental Information
After submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledgment. For any questions, please contact Lindsay Duffy at lindsay.duffy@state.co.us. The State of Colorado encourages all qualified applicants to apply and is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We also provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.