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State of New Mexico

Unit Manager (NMCD #17535)

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A Correctional Officer Supervisor directly supervises and coordinates activities of correctional officers and jailers.

$91,856 / year median in New Mexico

+5% projected growth

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Unit Manager (NMCD #17535) State of New Mexico - 3.5 Las Cruces, NM Job Details Full-time $36.43 - $54.65 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Posting Details

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB

(MONTH and YEAR)

AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES

• Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date. Due to available budget allocated for this position, the hiring rate will not exceed $44.02 per hour. Why does the job exist? The purpose of this position is to act as an administrator for a multidisciplinary team assigned to work in a housing unit. How does it get done? Provide for the delivery of quality programs and services Perform additional administrative functions Who are the customers? The New Mexico Corrections Facilities Public and private facility partners Inter-agency organizations Ideal Candidate The New Mexico Corrections Facilities Public and private facility partners Inter-agency organizations Minimum Qualification Twelve (12) years of experience in corrections, law enforcement, identification of gang members, gang activity and trends, gang interdiction initiatives, inmate classification process or probation and parole; and three (3) years must have been supervisory or management. Experience in the areas of social work, guidance, and counseling and/or law enforcement may substitute for four (4) years of required experience in corrections. A degree in any field from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis. Employment Requirements This position is designed 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. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Pre-employment background check is required and conditional pending results. 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 Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here

Agency Contact Information:

Claudia Lopez (575) 523-3244, or email to 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