Salary: $7,686.00 - $12,299.00 Monthly
Location : Canon City, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: FCF 32395 PM I PPM 9/2026
Department: Department of Corrections
Division: Prison Operations
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 4:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: Canon City, Colorado
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not 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 recruitment is for the Fremont Correctional Facility.
The eligibility list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in Canon City.
Description of Job

This Program Management I position is a Physical Plant Manager for the Colorado Department of Corrections located in Canon City, CO. This position will manage and oversee the operations, assessment processes, staffing and personnel issues of the Physical Plant area at the Denver Complex, through technical leadership, organization and effective communications. This position will budget, organize, and apply quality management techniques in the servicing of security, administrative, housing, kitchen, library, gym, laundry, warehouse, clinical, and infirmary facilities which have complex automated systems; and will service the needs of licensed and professional staff. Will ensure all work meets code compliance and that the physical plant is safe and secure by introducing, implementing, and obeying rules, regulations, and guidelines.

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs as the site coordinator for the completion of projects and construction for the three Denver facilities. This includes weekly meetings with the contractor groups to assure security protocols are being followed and schedules are maintained. Assures installation of equipment is scheduled in order to keep facility disruption to a minimum.
• Develop spending strategies that coincide with facility operating and strategic plans.
• Direct construction/maintenance and housekeeping activities:
• Organize, plan and execute maintenance repairs and construction activities.
• Prepare cost estimates for project directives, capital construction request and controlled maintenance requests.
• Conduct daily inspections to identify areas requiring maintenance and/or repair.
• Review work orders and assign staff to complete orders.
• Ensure that all services (e.g. water, heat, electric, sewage, and security devices) are kept operational and in
  compliance with national, state, fire and local building codes.
• Consult and liaise with vendors, contractors, architects, and engineers for agency projects.
• Negotiate and participate in contract preparation and Request for Proposals (RFPs).
• Obtain clearance and provide authorization for civilian traffic in the facility.
• Serve as authority within the Incident Management System, during a facility drill or actual emergency.
• Provide facility operations direction, in the absence of the Warden and Associate Warden.
• Serve as a member of the facility management team to improve systems, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Leadership / Supervisory:

• Provide management, leadership and supervision to Physical Plant team. Coach and mentor assigned supervisors in effective use of Performance Management Program (PMP) and DOC policies.
• Serve as Administrative Management Staff, participate as Duty Officer and as a member of the Incident Command Team. Participate on the facility review committee, reviewing DOC regulations & policies.
• Prioritize project schedules, assign tasks, create staff schedules, monitor time, approve leave requests and ensure completion of payroll documentation.
• Provide supervision, instruction, oversight, mentorship, and staff training.

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:
Related experience listed below to equal eight (8) years or a combination of education and experience listed below to equal eight (8) years.
EXPERIENCE: your work experience must include at least one of the options listed below:

• Four (4) years of *professional experience in physical plant operations and/or a specialized subject area related to physical plant operations or construction project management such as; general maintenance, electrical, boiler room, electronics, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), water treatment, construction project management
• Four (4) years of *professional **corrections related experience
• A combination of both types of experience listed above

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in construction management, facilities maintenance, criminal justice, business administration, behavioral science, or closely related field. (Unofficial transcripts showing name of college/university, name of student, degree type and date conferred/awarded must be submitted with the application in order to receive credit.)

*Professional work experience involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, and personal accountability and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university and equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field. Professional work experience is not earned in entry level officer or clerical support positions.

**Corrections experience is defined as experience in which the employee provided a direct service to/with inmates such as correctional officer, teaching, social work, nursing, food service, general maintenance; or worked directly with inmates in the implementation of a program such as correctional industries. Corrections related experience is not earned through clerical support positions. (If you are using correctional experience, be sure to include details in the 'Work Experience' section of the application.)
Required Competencies:
Knowledge and understanding of complex systems, physical plant infrastructure, and facility and building operations.

• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects across multiple job sites
• Ability to provide effective leadership, organizational structure and clear communication of expectations to physical plant staff.
• Ability to analyze, problem solve, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret complex data and manage budgets
• Ability to establish collaborative professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Comprehensive understanding of Performance Management Program (PMP), ensuring staff training and development.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, integrity and dependability with proven ability to inspire teamwork and develop a positive culture.
• Ability to maintain safe, secure, compliant, and efficient operations within a highly regulated environment.
• 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
• Innovative strategic-planning skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of CDOC Administrative Regulations
• Proficiency in office technologies to include Microsoft Programs and Google platforms
• Precise attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications: Candidates may receive higher ratings for possessing preferred qualifications criteria. In order to receive credit for preferred qualifications, you must clearly describe your experience in the "Work Experience" section of your application by job classification or title, duties, and dates.
1. At least one (1) year of experience in one (1) of the following:

• Corrections related experience at the equivalent level of a CSTS III, CSLTS III, CO IV or higher
• Providing the highest level of electronics expertise, directing DOC facility electronics at the level of Electronics Specialist III.
• Supervising a work unit responsible for overseeing construction project management and physical plant operations, that have the potential to impact facility operations.

2. Experience in the following areas: Physical Plant/Facility operations and/or a specialized subject area related to physical plant operations or construction project management such as; general maintenance, electrical, boiler room, electronics, HVAC, water and/or water treatment.
ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 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 specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.
Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions.

Please note that while this change in role may constitute a promotion in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual's current compensation level. Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly.
If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application.
If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of a