CHIEF OF SECURITY

GEO Group • Baldwin, MI

273d • $100,000

About The Position

The Chief of Security is responsible for the daily direction and supervision of security operations and any related functions. Meets the needs of the company and contract agency by making improvements in security operations without compromise, to the safety and security of the client population or staff. The Chief of Security oversees the daily functioning of all security unit operations and ensures compliance with all regulations, rules, policies, and procedures for effective and efficient security operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certification required.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences or related field supplemented by courses in business administration preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressive work experience in a correctional environment, with two (2) years consisting of management experience directly related to the supervision, custody, classification, and treatment of adult inmates at a correctional facility.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to treat staff and inmates in a consistent manner following proper policies and procedures.
• Above average verbal and written skills, able to disseminate verbal instructions or training clearly.
• Must possess a working knowledge of program objectives, policies, correctional laws, applicable court orders, procedures, and requirements for managing a secure correctional facility.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily functioning of all security unit operations.
• Ensures compliance with all regulations, rules, policies, and procedures for effective and efficient security operations.
• Exercises overall supervision of staff, including selecting, hiring, evaluating job performance, employee training and development, promoting, and any disciplinary action up to termination.
• Ensures that security personnel receive on-the-job security and safety training.
• Develops policies relating to security operations and seeks approval through proper management channels.
• Plans and responds to emergency situations, directs searches for escaped offenders.
• Participates in the formulation of escape and riot control plans and directs the training of staff in the execution of plans, use of weapons, and control procedures.
• Serves as committee member on training, budget, and policy review boards.
• Assists management in the establishment of long-range plans and corresponding schedules to achieve facility goals and objectives.
• Meets periodically with shifts to discuss operational issues.
• Responds on a 24-hour, 7-day basis to significant or unusual occurrences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree