Salary: $5,882.00 - $8,235.00 Monthly
Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: DEN 34102 CSLTS II JPLt 8/2026
Department: Department of Corrections
Division: Prison Operations
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/22/2026 4:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: Denver Correctional Complex
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information:
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Who May Apply:

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
Job Location:

This vacancy is for the Denver Correctional Complex.
The eligibility list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
Description of Job

The Correctional Support Trades Supervisor II (CSLTS II) position is a Journeyman Plumber Lieutenant position for the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) at the Denver Correctional Complex. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ensuring the safety and security of the general public, staff and inmates; ensuring the efficient and effective maintenance and repair of facility plumbing and other trade projects; supervisor of staff and inmate crews. This position promotes the Colorado Department of Corrections Mission, Vision, and Values while adhering to a high level of integrity and commitment.

Safety and Security - position maintains safety and security of facility and work sites; through clear and accurate communication trains and guides staff and inmates in the proper use of controlled items, keys, tools, equipment, and chemicals; enforces security procedures by conducting work site searches; monitors workplace environment and inmate behavior, paying close attention to changes, inappropriate activity, or potential problems; initiates verbal reprimands when warranted and, if necessary, physically controls inmates with the proper application of restraints or "use of force" techniques; monitors, supervises, and escorts inmates according to facility policy and limits inmate access to restricted areas; position performs inmate counts and transportation; responds to emergency situations such as fights, fires and escapes according to agency policy and writes and submits required reporting. Through conscientious observation, clear communications, and adherence to agency Administrative Regulations, facility Implementation Adjustments and the Code of Penal Discipline, position promotes a safe and secure environment.

Supervision/Work Lead - Position provides safety and security through supervision or work lead responsibilities of assigned staff and inmate workers; promotes a high level of performance by setting the work standard according to agency mission, vision and values. Trains and instructs staff and inmates in the appropriate use of all relevant tools, equipment and procedures to ensure efficient, safe and effective completion of assigned tasks; stresses safe construction practices and the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for self, staff and inmates; exemplifies a professional workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior.
Staff Supervision/Work Lead - participates in hiring process by interviewing candidates and making recommendations; prepares performance plans, and conducts performance evaluations; resolves informal staff and/or inmate grievances. Assigns tasks, monitors and inspects work progress and ensures assigned staff receives required training; coaches, and mentors staff regarding agency supervision and processes and in preparation for career growth and opportunity.
Inmate Supervision - participates in the interview and hiring process in order to ensure appropriate placement on work crews and training needs are met; position ensures inmate workers are trained in all aspects of building, and grounds maintenance ( i.e., correct methods, tool use and care, reading blueprints, performing specific trades, planning a project) monitors project progress, inspects work, and ensures timely completion of tasks. Ensures inmate evaluations are completed, tracks and calculates inmate hours and pay, creates schedule and assigns tasks and resolves informal grievances according to agency policy; reduces inmate idleness, and creates real life work opportunities to prepare inmates for community reentry.

Position may provide supervisory duties for additional inmate crews in the absence of another supervisor.
Operations - Ensures safe and sanitary installation and reliable operation of all plumbing, HVAC and refrigeration, central plant, and other requisite services serving the Physical Plant. Position also ensures safe code compliant potable water service, drainage, and natural gas distribution systems, food service, and laundry by monitoring systems, effecting corrective action, direction related equipment, overseeing the work, and supervising inmate workers during all phases of work including estimating, pre-design, design review, installation, repair and/or replacement. Ensure reliable delivery of service at the facility by scheduling work and monitoring status and/or progress on numerous projects as assigned.

Position serves as Journeyman Plumber for the facility; oversees plumbing operations, to include new construction and repairs, as well maintenance of central plant, kitchen, laundry and medical equipment by monitoring systems and performing predictive and corrective maintenance. Position also assists with general maintenance operations. Reviews plans, researches code requirements, designs layout, schedules, and assigns tasks to subordinate staff and inmates. Coordinates with other units and trades when planning projects in order to maximize efficiency and minimize costs; monitors work as it's performed and inspects final product.
Position may be assigned to assist other trades supervisors and crews.
Inventory & Budget - position justifies and requests operating budget based on known and predicted needs and by conducting & tracking inventory and expenses; maintains accurate and on-going records of all projects, parts and equipment; anticipates replacement of tools, machines and equipment and maintains record of maintenance and service manuals in order to remain prepared for urgent, emergent and daily problems with plumbing, pipe-fitting and steam fitting; ensures implementation of processes to prevent/detect theft.
Position is subject to facility call back and working additional hours or shifts to ensure safety and security. Position is subject to schedules which include weekends, holidays, and various shift times. Position may work in close proximity to industrial equipment and/or in inclement weather.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Ensure that the "Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes.

Minimum Qualifications:

License:
(There is no substitution for the required license)
Active Journeyman Plumber license issued by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). Attach a copy of your license to your application.

AND

Experience:
Your experience must be clearly described within the work experience section of your application to meet minimum qualifications.

Five (5) years of employment experience performing preventive, predictive and corrective plumbing maintenance in a residential and/or commercial setting.

OR
Applicant may meet the five (5) year experience requirement with a combination of work experience as follows:

A minimum of three (3) years of employment experience, as stated above, may be combined with building maintenance experience to meet the five (5) year requirement.

Building Maintenance: includes planning, estimating, and performing "hands on" trades such as carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and/or welding in a residential or commercial setting.

Substitutions:
Successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program or degree through an accredited, non- correspondence vocational or trade school that resulted in demonstrated competencies equivalent to those learned through the required experience may substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Please attach transcripts if you are using this substitution. Transcripts must include the name of the institution, your student ID #, a listing of the course curriculum, the degree earned, and the date awarded.
Required Competencies:

• Comprehensive understanding of CDOC Performance Management Program (PMP) policy
• Ability to create a cohesive team while mentoring and motivating assigned staff
• Self motivation
• Tactful and diplomatic interpersonal skills
• Exceptional discernment and decision making skills
• Ability to delegate effectively
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Determination to pay special attention to details and follow instruction
• Proficiency in plumbing maintenance
• Ability to read blueprints, conduct relevant research, create material and labor list with cost estimate and implement projects from start to finish, while coordinating with other trades and shops to use resources efficiently
• Knowledge of all of the factors involved in coordination of a project, especially the unique aspect within a prison facility
• Willingness and ability to train, coach and mentor inmate workers in order to prepare them for community reentry
• Maintain safety and security of facility and work sites
• Ability to effectively respond to emergency situations involving inmates or maintenance issues;
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in high, tight and confined spaces; outside during inclement weather and in close proximity to industrial equipment.
• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction.
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master Plumber license issued by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA)
• Experience with hot water heater and/or hot water boilers
• Supervisory experience

Supervision - is exercising span and control over subordinate staff to include coaching, mentoring, daily monitoring, performance management (planning, reviewing and evaluating), resolving complaints/grievances at the informal level, responsibility for scheduling and leave approval, and providing input that could affect pay, status, or tenure.
ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BY THE CLOSING DATE SHALL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ's will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.
Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifi