Correctional Locksmith - #240226-2368Co-001

Introduction

Our Mission: The Connecticut Department of Correction shall strive to be a global leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re-entry initiatives to support responsive evidence-based practices aligned to law abiding and accountable behaviors. Safety and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens and offenders.

The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) is currently recruiting for a Correctional Locksmith at Cheshire Correctional Institution.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

State of Connecticut employees participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes:

• NEW: A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation's best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown's Center on Health Insurance Reform and article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit offerings.

• Sick, vacation, and personal leave.

• This is a Hazardous Duty Position and offers a pension plan, the State Employees Retirement System Tier IV.

• Student Loan Forgiveness - the State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.

• We encourage a healthy work/life balance to all employees.

Discover the opportunity to:

• To work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.

• Engage in a rewarding career.

• Assist our employees so they can achieve success.

• Make a difference in the public sector.

• Work together in a collaborative team environment.

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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

This is a full-time, 36.25 hours per week position on first shift. Schedule is Monday-Friday between 7:45am-3:00pm.

Selected candidates will be required to attend a 14 week Hazardous Duty Training at the Maloney Center for Training & Staff Development located in Cheshire, CT.

As a Correctional Locksmith, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Perform maintenance, diagnostic assessment, repair and installation of locking, mechanical and computer security equipment including locks, pneumatic locks, electronic keypads, fingerprint locks, gate motors, cell mechanisms, handcuffs, padlocks, electric and/or manual and combination gates;

• Repair, lubricate and open locks;

• Cut new and duplicate keys;

• Change lock combinations;

• Repair or replace worn tumblers, springs and other parts;

• Maintain and repair gate and door hinges, openers and closers;

• Keep lock maintenance and key control records of all security equipment as well as location and authorized holder;

• Maintain stock of replacement parts, locks and keys.

For an inside look at how maintenance professionals make a difference in a correctional setting, watch the video below!

Selection Plan

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Before you apply:

• In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

• The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

• Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.

• All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate's obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.

• For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.

Important information for after you apply:

• This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.

• Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.

• Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.

• For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

Questions about this position should be directed to Jake Ferrari at jake.ferrari@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a Department of Correction facility or district, this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the general repair, maintenance and installation of locking, computerized and mechanical security systems and equipment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs maintenance, diagnostic assessment, repair and installation of locking, mechanical and computer security equipment including locks, pneumatic locks, electronic keypads, fingerprint locks, gate motors, cell mechanisms, handcuffs, padlocks, electric and/or manual and combination gates; repairs, lubricates and opens locks; cuts new and duplicate keys; changes lock combinations; repairs or replaces worn tumblers, springs and other parts; maintains and repairs gate and door hinges, openers and closers; keeps lock maintenance and key control records of all security equipment as well as location and authorized holder; maintains stock of replacement parts, locks and keys; maintains stock of back up padlocks, keyed identically to those in use; inventories stock and orders and receives parts; retains custody of blueprints for institution, all keys for security system and emergency devices to manually unlock cells and gates in event of electric failure; maintains highest security for critical materials; may perform supplemental duties related to other trade disciplines based on experience, knowledge skills and agency needs; may physically restrain inmates, quell disturbances and otherwise assist custodial forces in emergencies; may be required to operate a motor vehicle; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of construction, repair and maintenance of locks and mechanical, computerized and electromechanical security devices; considerable knowledge of tools, materials, methods and principles of locksmithing; considerable knowledge of correctional security measures; oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills; ability to quickly detect mechanical problems and apply corrective action; ability to operate and interpret computerized and automated control systems; ability to maintain records and prepare reports; ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or diagrams; ability to perform under stress and remain stable in pressure situations; basic ability to detect and diagnose related electrical problems; basic ability in welding and other peripheral equipment repairs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Experience as a locksmith.

Note: Based on an individual's technical experience, the length of credited service will be determined at the discretion of facility management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• Two (2) years as a Correction Officer assigned to a full time training program in the locksmith area is qualifying experience.

• Experience performing technical duties within the maintenance trade area on a military base, aircraft carrier or large compound may be qualifying experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with commercial and industrial locks;

• Knowledge of low voltage locks and controls;

• Knowledge of master key systems.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must have reached their 18th birthday.

• Incumbents in this class may be required to successfully complete a formal training course in correctional work to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the class.

• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class.
• A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to danger of injury or assault by inmates and the danger and discomfort of working with tools of the trade.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.