Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCP239: Employment Specialist Senior

Employment Specialist Senior

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCP239
6
None
       
       
Hourly
As Hourly
As Annual
25.97 - 32.63 - 41.04 USD Hourly
$25.97 - $32.63 - $41.04
$54,017.60 - $67,870.40 - $85,363.20

POSITION SUMMARY

The Employment Specialist Senior leads recruitment efforts for the position of Corrections Officer and other department roles as directed by the Chief of Corrections or designee. This position conducts and oversees criminal background and reference checks, supervises recruitment staff, and ensures compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations. It plays a key role in the hiring and intake process and supports the Modified/Light Duty program at MDC.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Leads the recruitment process for MDC, including direct recruiting and assigning recruiting duties to staff. Screens applicants through community outreach, job fairs, and other strategies. Delivers recruitment presentations to schools and colleges.
  • Supervises Recruiters and Administrative Officers. Assigns daily work, manages schedules, and handles changes to leave or regular days off. Conducts performance evaluations.
  • Oversees the promotional process for Sergeants and Lieutenants to ensure timely execution in accordance with policy and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Analyzes and maintains recruitment and HR data. Provides statistical reports to Deputy Chiefs.
  • Acts as the Chief of Corrections’ designee in managing the Modified/Light Duty program. Coordinates with Risk Management, Unit Managers, and Human Resources. Monitors staff and assigns temporary workstations.
  • Conducts or delegates pre-employment criminal background and reference checks. Directs staff on completing all steps of the pre-employment and intake process.
  • Oversees the applicant intake process. Verifies identification, reviews Personal Information Questionnaires, and ensures proper notarization. Maintains communication with candidates and ensures timely and accurate entry of candidate data into NEOGOV. Assigns and monitors intake responsibilities.
  • Ensures compliance with ACA guidelines, PREA standards, and applicable state, federal, and internal regulations and policies.
  • Develops and updates policies and procedures related to recruitment and hiring.
  • Assigns staff to scan and electronically store candidate files.
  • Responds to public inquiries courteously and professionally. Provides information within the scope of assignment and resolves complaints promptly.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
  • Two (2) years of related work experience in compensation or classification.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 

 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PREFERENCES

  • Preferred knowledge of and the experience in the operations, services and activities of a corrections and detention program.
  • Preferred knowledge of the principles and practices of the criminal justice system, law enforcement, modern booking procedures, corrections and detention theory and practice.
  • Preferred knowledge of correctional institution security and inmate security practices, occupational hazards and standard safety practices.


SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • Comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
  • Complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
  • Complete required Supervisor classes, if applicable.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • The majority of essential duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
  • Outdoor duties are sometimes required in performance of essential duties and worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while performing outdoor duties.
  • Work hazards or potential work hazards include those of a correctional facility environment with exposure to noise and dangerous situations that could involve serious bodily injury and other health hazards.
  • Worker may be exposed to intermittent noise and vibration, a variety of fumes and odors, contagious diseases and potentially hostile and dangerous situations.
  • Indoor working surface is even and may be carpeted or tiled. Indoor surfaces are typically dry and may involve the use of stairs.
  • Outdoor surface may be even or uneven and may be wet or dry.
  • Outdoor duties may involve the use of stairs or ladders and may be performed on inclines or hills. Outdoor surfaces may include natural ground, asphalt, or concrete.
  • Employee may be required to work a flexible schedule.


EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, and MATERIALS

  • Equipment typically used to perform administrative duties include the telephone, computer, telefax machine, photocopy machine, pager and two-way radio.
  • Utilizes security equipment, restraint equipment, and mace as necessary, and weapons based on assignment.
  • Utilizes first aid equipment, oxygen, fire extinguishers and other safety equipment on an as needed basis.
  • Operates a county vehicle as assigned.
  • Materials and products typically handled in the performance of administrative duties include a wide variety of forms and paperwork, reports, various writing utensils and a wide assortment of other basic office supplies and materials.

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