Corrections Unit Administrator II

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet • Eddyville, KY

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Creating a Better, Safer Kentucky

At the INSERT INSTITUTION NAME HERE, the mission is to promote safety for the citizens of the Commonwealth by operating an efficient adult correctional institution. Our main purpose is to provide a safe, secure, humane environment for its residents and to prepare incarcerated felons for a successful reintegration into society using constructive classification, employment training programs and treatment services and social programs.

The Corrections Unit Administrator II plays a vital role in this mission as the administrator and supervisor of their assigned units within the institution

Requirements

• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Three years of experience in any operation or program within the field of corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, or social work dealing with the rehabilitation of offenders.
• One year of the required experience must include supervisory experience in a custodial setting.
• Must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Ability to think creatively.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Teamwork and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the work of security staff.
• Supervise and direct the work of Corrections Unit Administrator I & Classification and Treatment Officers.
• Supervise the maintenance of the Unit and review and evaluate all assigned work.
• Serves as the chairperson of Institutional committees.
• Act as assigned Duty Officer on a rotating basis.
• Investigate and report on incidents, accidents and complaints between inmates and staff.
• Assists in the development of policy and procedure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees