Recruitment Unit for Selection and Hiring
(RUSH)

Correctional Officer Careers

Rise to the Challenge...
Working closely with law enforcement agencies throughout the state, the Arizona Department of Corrections' diverse team of professionals plays a vital role in the protection of our communities. From state-of-the-art facilities throughout Arizona, Correctional Officers benefit from a strong commitment to professional development and enjoy a competitive annual salary of *$32,677 with annual salary increases, stipends, excellent career opportunities and outstanding benefits.

Salaries are based upon years of correctional experience starting at *$32,677 annually for no experience up to $38,509 for eight years of experience. Both ADC and non-ADC security experience is applicable.

RUSH Recruitment Video

 

Correctional Officer Cadets in ranks at the Training Academy (94769 bytes)

Correctional Officer Benefits


Officer Badge

  • A Noble Mission


  • Statewide Career Opportunities


  • Excellent 20 Year Retirement Plan


  • Uniform Allowance


  • Meaningful work


  • Commitment to your education


  • Promotional opportunities


  • Comprehensive benefits


  • A means of helping to create responsible citizens



Call: (602) 542-7572 or 1-888-545-RUSH for details. Our office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MST or E-mail us.

*Post-academy salary includes uniform allowance of $720 annually. 

An incentive pay increase is being offered for Florence, Lewis, Apache and Winslow (additional geographical stipend of $5,200 annually for Florence and Lewis complexes, and $2,600 annually for Winslow Complex and Apache Unit).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Correctional Officer Selection Standards as written by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards & Training Board.

Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA)

Other Department of Corrections Employment Opportunities

Forms and Additional Information

Please contact Recruitment at:

Arizona Department of Corrections
R.U.S.H. Unit
1831 West Jefferson St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

1.602.542.7572 or 1.888.545.RUSH (7874)

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