What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Threat Officer position at State of New Mexico?

26.33 - $42.12 Hourly

54,760 - $87,616 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 70

Posting Details

We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated,

empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them

safe and healthy.

By joining CYFD, you'll work to find the best ways to support families through difficult situations using community-based

prevention and intervention programs. Employees have teammates and a committed leadership team to support them every

day.

We look forward to you joining us because caring for and supporting New Mexico's children and youth will take all of us. I know

the department's mission is critical to improving the overall well-being of children in our state and, in turn, strengthening the

future of New Mexico.

THIS POSTING MAY BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED

MORE THAN ONCE.

If we are unable to fill this position prior to January 22nd, we will take this position to the CYFD Statewide Rapid Hire event on January 23, 2024.

Why does the job exist?

The incumbent in this position is responsible for performing operational tasks of assessing threats to security of institution,clients, and staff. This person will work to prevent introduction of contraband. Monitor policy and procedures to ensure consistency across facility to achieve safety and security. This person will monitor and assess the daily activities of clients to perform as a Shift Supervisor (as necessary) by providing group facilitation, mentoring, care, custody, safety and security of clients.

How does it get done?

Assess Security Threats within the facility (ie. gang participation, narcotic searches, telemonitoring, etc.);
Develop, implement, and ongoing plan of action for identifying threats to security of institution, clients, and / or staff;
Provide weekly report to facility Management regarding activities, trends, behaviors, concerns, and training needs;

Conduct reviews and interviews with clients and staff to obtain information and intelligence regarding activities and security

concerns;

Conduct searches of juveniles, living units / dorms and facility to determine presence of contraband and to secure it for

disciplinary action;

Supervise investigations conducted by subordinate staff to ensure facility / department policies and procedures are being

followed;

Conduct random urine analysis and accurate record keeping of results;

Administrative support and record keeping supervision;

Prepare and review completion of reports which provide information regarding clients;

Process court documents;

Maintain confidential files;

Supervise, mentor, and train junior level staff on their job duties and responsibilities;

Supervise staff to ensure that proper treatment, care, and custody of clients is being performed;

Supervise staff in activities of group facilitation of clients;

Lead shift and / or manage work unit as assigned;

Assign and monitor work of subordinates;

Provide the leadership and oversight to build the necessary therapeutic team environment and model positive behaviors;

Ensure the safety and security of staff, clients, and the facility

Who are the customers?

Management, Subordinates, Adjudicated Juvenile Clients

Ideal Candidate

Experience in gang intervention programming. Experience in contraband searches, documentation, and investigations.

Experience in supervising, mentoring, training and developing junior staff. Experience in supervising, facilitating meetings, and

delegating work assignments. Experience in completing / conducting employee performance evaluations and advising

management on the development and evaluation of employees. Experience with PeopleSoft HCM (SHARE) and approving time

sheets. Experience working as a team leader. Experience working with at-risk juveniles in a secure environment. Experience in

crises intervention and / or special response situations.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree in psychology, guidance and counseling, penology, sociology, social work, and / or criminology and two (2) years of experience in a correctional setting, military duty, classroom teaching or instructing in a rehabilitative environment, supervising planned recreational activities, or active participation in community action programs, or for Correctional Officer Specialist positions, relevant work experience as it relates to the purpose of the position. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position :

Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 6 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 6 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 4 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 6 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 years of experience 4 Master'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

Completion of the hiring process is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screening process. This position is designated a 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. Employment requires successful completion of post offer pre-employment physical. Pre-employment criminal background check is required and conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

Potential risk from juvenile actions; this job could require running, lifting and possible physical intervention. Incumbents must be willing to accept changes in geographic assignment and be willing to work shifts, overtime, holidays, weekends and call back for emergencies. Incumbents must have a telephone and be willing to give the phone number to the supervisor. Some statewide travel may be required. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information : Renee Renteria (575) 526-5600. 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.

Salary : $54,760 - $87,616

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