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.
Why does the job exist?

This position conducts religious worship and performs spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denominations. This position provides spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members and volunteers.
How does it get done?

• Leads worship services
• Networks with religious community outside the institution
• Visits living, segregation mental health and infirmary units as well as inmates in community hospitals
• Manages chapel, staff contact and consultation
• Conducts orientation and continuous training of volunteers

Who are the customers?

• New Mexico Correction Department (NMCD) inmates, volunteers and staff

Ideal Candidate

• New Mexico Correction Department (NMCD) inmates, volunteers and staff

Minimum Qualification

Ordained from any recognized denominational institution of religious or spiritual teaching / learning and two (2) years of experience in leading religious or spiritual ceremonies, counseling, and/or being part of a multidisciplinary therapy team. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
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 inmates. Willingness to work in a correctional facility, may be required to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.
Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information: Haven Scogin (505) 934-2188 or Haven.Scogin@cd.nm.gov. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Job Tags

Odd job, Full time, Work experience placement, Weekend work,

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