Job Number:

714

Salary:

$29.76

• $44.

64

Department:

Sheriff's Office Division:

Detention Administration 1

Location:

7375 S. Potomac St., Centennial, CO, 80112

Job Type:

Hourly Full-Time Posting Date:

07/24/2026

Closing Date:

08/07/2026 ANTICIPATED

HIRING RANGE

While the full salary range for the Detention Services Education Coordinator position is $29.76

• $44.64 hourly / $61,900.80
• $92,851.20 annually, the anticipated hiring range is $29.76
• $37.21 hourly / $61,900.80
• $77,396.

80 annually. Final salary is

DOQ. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

This position oversees teaching of the GED/Adult Basic Education classes in the content of mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies as deemed appropriate to the inmate population for the Detention Services Bureau of the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office. This position works under the general direction of the Detentions Services Coordinator and Detention Services Administrative Manager.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required: Oversees and administers the GED and Adult Basic Education (ABE) program, including curriculum delivery, student participation, and educational outcomes for the inmate population through tablet-based learning platforms. Coordinates Spanish GED preparation, assessment processes, and English language proficiency programming to support diverse learner needs. Establishes and administers assessment procedures to evaluate student readiness for GED testing and program advancement. Serves as the primary educational liaison for students eligible for services under IDEA and ECEA, ensuring compliance with applicable Colorado state law. Oversees the management, accuracy, confidentiality, and retention of educational records in accordance with policies and regulations. Develops, monitors, analyzes, and reports program performance metrics, participation data, testing outcomes and other educational statistics to support operational decision making. Coordinates procurement of educational materials, instructional resources and programs supplies, as needed. Evaluates, manages, and recommends educational technology, software platforms, and learning resources, to support program effectiveness and inmate achievement. Follows and supports the mission, values, organizational philosophies and principles, code of conduct, and policies and procedures of the Sheriff's Office. Interacts effectively with others. Is committed to a high standard of safety laws and must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel. Maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as determined at the Sheriff's Office discretion. Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

General working knowledge and understanding of current teaching theories, concepts and practices related to adult basic education. Knowledge of High School Core Curriculum. Knowledge of mental/emotional disabilities and adaptations. Knowledge of learning disabilities and adaptations. Knowledge of English as a Second Language /Adult Basic Education adaptations. Knowledge of GED testing requirements and state regulations. Ability to motivate inmates towards obtaining their educational goals. Knowledge and understanding of Agency rules and regulations, policies, procedures, and practices. Ability to operate computers and commonly used computer software programs, as well as any other office equipment or software programs as required by the position. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, fellow workers, volunteers and the general public. Ability to exercise sound judgment in routine and emergency situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action. Ability to exercise tact, courtesy and firmness in frequent contact with inmates and volunteers. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, detention staff, inmates and the general public. Ability to interact in a professional manner with all staff. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in education or a related field.

EXPERIENCE

Teaching experience in GED/Adult Basic Education.

CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES

None.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current Colorado educator licensing or equivalent certification from another state. Three (3) to five (5) years teaching experience in a correctional setting. Master's Degree in Adult Education. Proficient in Spanish.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess CPR and First Aid certification within the initial status period. Must possess a high degree of honesty, integrity, and high moral and ethical standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

Occasionally:

Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.

Frequently:

Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.

Constantly:

Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time. Spends 80% of the time sitting and 20% of the time either standing or walking while in the field or office. Occasionally push, pull, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, and feels while in the field and office. Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the two-way radio, telephone, and kiosk. Visual capacity including color vision in order to distinguish color and other relevant dimensions.

JOB-RELATED CONTACTS

Contacts generally include inmates, detention staff members, volunteers and the general public. Hand-to-hand exchanges and face-to-face verbal communications between the employee, inmate and detention staff are possible. The member may or may not have adequate time to take precautionary and protective measures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is generally performed in an office or classroom. Occasional situations may involve hazards that could result in bodily harm and/or threat to life; may encounter violent disturbances.

BIO-HAZARD NOTICE

This position has been determined to be a

MODERATE

exposure risk to "biohazards" including, but not limited to, viruses, toxins, and blood-borne pathogens, such as

HIV/AIDS

(human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome), HBV (hepatitis B virus), and air-borne transmissions of TB (tuberculosis). Members are advised that exposure to a "biohazard" may result in severe illness and/or death. Members are required by agency policy to use protective equipment and clothing. Inoculation may be required to prevent and/or treat exposures to "biohazards".

YOU MUST PROVIDE A CURRENT VALID EMAIL ADDRESS FOR APPLICATION STATUS NOTIFICATIONS

(only one email address is accepted by the system).

BENEFITS

Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office employees are provided benefits to include, but not limited to, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, retirement plan and paid time off. For a complete summary of benefits review them at: 2026 Benefits Summary . 401(a)

DEFINED BENEFIT RETIREMENT PLAN

Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office employees participate in a mandatory defined benefit program designed to help employees establish a source of income for retirement years. Through the Plan, eligible employees must set aside 9.00 percent, which is subject to change in the coming years, on a pretax basis of which the County matches at 10%. The County also contributes 6.2% to Social Security.

APPLICANT DISQUALIFICATION FACTORS

Applicants are advised that areas for disqualification from further consideration include, but are not limited to, the following: Illegal Drug Use

• Marijuana use will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Applicants who have used any other illegal drug use within the past five (5) years will be disqualified. Any felony conviction Any conviction involving an act of Domestic Violence Driving Record
• This includes receiving a DUI within the past five (5) years, having your driver's license suspended for any reason within the past five (5) years, and having five (5) or more tickets within the past five (5) years.

Outside activities which may be deemed a conflict of interest Revelation or discovery of assaultive behavior Documented record of prior poor work performance Unsuccessful completion of any basic requirement Inability to perform the essential functions of the position Police history

• type, frequency and nature of contact(s) Providing false or misleading information during the application/selection process It is the policy of the Sheriff's Office to not discuss the reasons why applicants were not selected for hire.

There is no flexibility to this policy. Applicants may be notified of their disqualification at any point in the selection process. If you receive such a notice, it simply means that you do not meet our standards at this time. Receiving this notice does not indicate that you are ineligible to apply with other agencies.

REQUIRED EXAMINATIONS

The screening process for any position within the Sheriff's Office may include written test(s), an oral interview, skills test(s) and/or other selection methods designed to measure applicants' ability to perform the essential functions of the job they are seeking.

Additional required tests/examinations also include:

Phase I Suitability Exam Polygraph Examination Additional screening may include: Psychological Evaluation Medical Examination, including a drug screen Background Investigation

• This will include, but is not limited to, contact with the applicant's former employers, associates, neighbors and other pertinent sources.

Applicant's military history, school records, police records and driving record will also be investigated. All examinations are conducted by qualified/licensed individuals designated by the Sheriff's Office at the Sheriff's Office expense.

EXPECTED DURATION OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Due to the nature of the application and selection process for the Sheriff's Office, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately six (6) to twelve (12) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.

WORK SCHEDULES

Employees are required to work the time periods and/or shifts, rotational and/or stationary, and location assignment, consistent with the needs of the Sheriff's Office.

DUTY ASSIGNMENTS

All applicants hired by the Sheriff serve at the pleasure of the Sheriff of Arapahoe County and may be assigned to any of the agencies bureaus, sections or units at the discretion of the Sheriff or his duly appointed representative. Employment is at the will and pleasure of the Sheriff, per

Colorado State Statute:

30-10-506. Written policies and other manuals do not alter the at will status of employment.

COMMUNITY POLICING

The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office is committed to the implementation of the community-policing concept. Community policing is an organizational strategy and philosophy which emphasizes problem solving partnerships between the Sheriff's Office, neighborhoods, and businesses working together to create a better quality of life within the community.

INITIAL STATUS PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT

Successful applicants are subject to an initial status period of employment. This initial status period is twelve (12) months for all positions. The initial status period is regarded as part of the applicant's examination process and will be utilized for purposes of employee evaluation, training and adjustment to the demands of the profession. New employees, who fail to perform satisfactorily during the period, may be separated from the Sheriff's Office, depending on the circumstance of each case.

POLICY ON REAPPLICATION

Applicants who failed a written test may reapply and retest no sooner than three (3) or six (6) months (position dependent) from the date they took the written test. Applicants who failed an interview may reapply and retest no sooner that six (6) months from the date they received notification of non-selection. All other applicants who are disqualified can reapply with the Sheriff's Office no sooner than one (1) year from the date of notification of non-selection. This job announcement does not constitute a contract of employment. Should there be any discrepancy or error in this job announcement, the applicable policy or pay rate will apply. The Sheriff's Office retains the right to amend this job announcement at any time without notice. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Should you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact Human Resources. Connect With Us!