COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR, PREA

The GEO Group•Big Spring, TX

About The Position

The Compliance Administrator, PREA serves as the facility’s subject matter expert on compliance and accreditation issues and oversees and coordinates facility compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). The role provides guidance and recommendations for compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) PREA standards, pursues continuous facility improvements, and reports those efforts to the Facility Administrator and Corporate PREA Coordinator. The position is the facility’s primary liaison and point person for PREA compliance efforts and reporting requirements. It coordinates staff training, prepares reports and presentations, maintains PREA policies and procedures, compiles incident statistics, assists with facility assessments, prepares an annual findings and corrective-actions report, monitors individuals who report abuse for retaliation, and liaises with DHS and Corporate PREA Coordinators as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field and three years of experience in corrections, law enforcement, or a related capacity; experience must demonstrate an understanding of PREA sufficient to compare its requirements with facility operations.
Alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and five years of progressive experience in corrections, law enforcement, or related fields may be substituted at management’s discretion.
Above-average verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present to employees at all facility levels and write cohesive, comprehensive documentation.
Ability to use tact and discretion and obtain the cooperation and confidence of others.
Ability to work independently or collaboratively.
Strong organization and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written correspondence.
Ability to develop accurate, effective reports that may explain technical information.
Ability to obtain certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and firearms.
Ability to maintain a high tolerance for mental stress.
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions.
Ability to work outdoors in varying climatic conditions.
Ability to use computers and applicable departmental software.

Responsibilities

Serve as the facility’s subject matter expert on compliance and accreditation issues and oversee facility compliance with PREA.
Coordinate the facility’s PREA compliance efforts and reporting requirements as the primary liaison and point person.
Attend PREA training workshops, respond to inquiries, and coordinate and conduct PREA training for facility staff as needed.
Prepare reports and presentations as needed.
Write and update Corporate and facility-specific PREA policies and procedures, train staff on them, and oversee their implementation.
Compile facility statistics and reports on incidents of Sexual Activity and Sexual Abuse.
Assist with PREA Facility assessments.
Prepare an annual report on facility findings and corrective actions.
Monitor individuals who report abuse for retaliation in accordance with established PREA policy.
Serve as the facility’s primary advocate and liaison with the DHS PSA and Corporate PREA Coordinators as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.