ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS,
REHABILITATION & REENTRY

Address: 
TRAINING & PERSONNEL
701 East Jefferson Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85034
https://corrections.az.gov

Salary: $108,000.00 

Grade: 26

Closing Date: 01/21/2026

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a driven leader to join our team as the Chief Learning Officer for our Training and Personnel Division to oversee the Staff Development and Training Bureau, which is comprised of three distinct pillars: In-service training, Office of Professional Development, and Curriculum Design. The Chief Learning Officer will provide strategic leadership for innovative training programs that align with and support the agency's vision, enhance workforce capability, and promote continuous learning across the organization.

-Manages and oversees activities within the Staff Development and Training Bureau's in-service Training Unit, Professional Development and Curriculum Design teams
-Meets regularly with Administrators to ensure programs and services are provided as mandated and in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
-Develops and implements innovative action plans, metrics, and reports to improve programs and services, to ensure compliance with professional training standards, and to ensure the success of the programs within the Staff Development and Training Bureau
-Provides high-level consultation services to agency leadership
-Participates in policy development and revisions related to the areas of assignment
-Tours facilities and conducts on-site inspections to monitor activities and policy compliance
-Completes special projects and assignments
-Attends meetings and trainings as required
-Drives on State business
-Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge of:

-ADCRR structure and policies
-Federal and state laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the assignment principles and practices of management and supervision
-Computers and software applications
-Principles and strategic and operational planning
-Budget development and management strategies
-Adult learning theory
-Instructional design principles and techniques

Skill in:

-Written and verbal communication
-Supervisory practices
-Leadership
-Organization
-Time management
-Computers
-Typing
-Budgeting
-Interpersonal relations
-Research and analysis
-Delegation
-Mathematics
-Mediation
-Team-building
-Problem-solving

Ability to:

-Conduct research and analyze data
-Develop and present information in appropriate formats including written correspondence, electronic presentations, and statistical reports
-Lead teams or large groups to achieve common goals and objectives
-Plan and manage multiple and demanding tasks simultaneously
-Problem-solve to create win-win outcomes when possible and practical
-Be solution-oriented
-Maintain confidentiality
-Effectively interact with influence and consult with internal and external entities to achieve business objectives and to increase the effectiveness of operations and/or programs
-Travel to include occasional overnight stays

The Ideal candidate will possess:
A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible managerial experience.
A Bachelor's degree in Business/Education is preferred.
Strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency with Google Workspace/Suite and LMS (Learning Management Systems).
2-3+ years of experience in training coordination and administration, focused on strategic planning and tracking program effectiveness.
Project management, multitasking, attention to detail, and familiarity with adult learning principles.

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation.

In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.

Driving and the use of a vehicle is an essential function of the job and is required. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:
- Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
- Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
- Exceptional retirement program
- Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
- An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.