Deputy Warden, Operations - Wilkinson County Correctional Facility

Management and Training Corporation•Woodville, MS

12h•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.