Deputy Warden, Operations - Wilkinson County Correctional Facility

Management and Training CorporationWoodville, MS
Onsite

About The Position

Begin your future now and join the nearly 10,000 associates working daily to make a difference in the lives of at-risk populations. Headquartered in Centerville, Utah, Management and Training Corporation (MTC) provides thousands of individuals with life-changing opportunities through our management of Job Corps Centers and Correctional Facilities. Apply today and find out why MTC is a true Leader in Social Impact. At the Wilkinson County Correctional Facility in Woodville, MS, our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping an at-risk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy, productive life.

Requirements

  • Five (5) years correctional experience, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory capacity required.
  • Valid driver’s license in the state of Mississippi or Louisiana with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor's degree in correctional management, criminal justice, public or business administration, education, counseling or other related field preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate and direct the total administrative and programmatic activities of the departments assigned.
  • Provide staff training, evaluate staff performance and implement organizational and personnel changes as approved by the warden and coordinated with the manager, human resources prior to implementation.
  • Develop departmental budget; monitor and control expenditures. Review and recommend changes to budget authorizations.
  • Closely monitor the inmate disciplinary and grievance processes to ensure staff compliance.
  • Develop and implement new and revised policies and procedures affecting security. Coordinate with training and safety captain to ensure compliance with overall facility objectives.
  • Direct procedures and practices relating to the training and counseling of inmates and security of staff and inmates; maintain constant vigilance of employees and inmates through staff assignments to insure that policies, rules and regulations are being adhered to and that none are violated.
  • Conduct weekly inspections of prison to ensure compliance with health, safety, and security standards.
  • Provide, through administrative staff assignments, proper number of officers and other personnel for all security functions; oversee preparation of work and other related reports on inmates for the classification committee and permanent record of inmates showing progress and estimating rehabilitative prospects.
  • Monitor staff selection process of potential employees to ensure adherence to all applicable laws, MTC and Mississippi regulations, and select qualified applicants to fill vacancies as needed.
  • Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed. Provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
  • Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
  • Perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.
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