$19.24 – $30.78 Hourly
$40,018 – $64,029 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 60
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
This position listens to the needs of inmates and their families and works with officials to resolve practical problems in the prison system.
How does it get done?
* Reviews, investigates and responds to inmate grievances.
* Makes recommendations to the facility Wardens on inmate disciplinary appeals.
* Provides inmates with information and resources, promoting open lines of communication.
* Investigates concerns as necessary.
Who are the customers?
The New Mexico Corrections Department
New Mexico Corrections Department Inmates
Ideal Candidate
Experience in the following:
* Social Work/Social Worker Assistant
* Community Coordination
* Case Management
* Conducting administrative investigations
* Tracking reviewing and responding to grievances.
Minimum Qualification
Associate’s degree in Social Sciences or Human Services and two (2) years of experience as a social worker or community coordinator and/or social worker assistant. Substitutions Apply. See Substitution Table below.
Substitution Table
These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 4 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 4 years of experience 2 Associate’s degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 years of experience Associate’s degree or higher in any field AND 4 years of experience 3 Bachelor’s degree or higher in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 0 years of experience
• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.
• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of “semester hours” in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.
Employment Requirements
This position is designated as safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
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
Benefits:
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Agency Contact Information:Janine Rodriguez (505) 467-9556, or email: janine.rodriguez@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 not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.