Facility Director 1 - Elbert Shaw RYDC - Dalton, GA (FSC)

Juvenile Justice, Department ofDalton, GA
Onsite

About The Position

Leads the operation and administration of a correctional institution or unit. Develops and implements appropriate security and facility policies and procedures. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff. Will manage large numbers of agency staff or have large scope of responsibility within agency.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of directly job-related experience in criminal justice or correctional system, two (2) years of which with management experience.
  • Four (4) years of supervisory custodial experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, two (2) years of which at a level equivalent to a manager in a law enforcement setting.
  • Four (4) years of directly related experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, eighteen (18) months of which experience is required at the lower-level Mgr, Correctional Administration (PSM080) or position equivalent.
  • Some positions may require P.O.S.T. certification.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and personally monitors state prison security functions and activities to maintain the custody and security of prisoners
  • Identifies training needs and provides guidance and training to correctional staff
  • Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges corrections employees
  • Manages human resources and directs administrative activities for corrections staff
  • Manages the operations and activities of correctional facilities and detention centers
  • Monitors budget activities of correctional facilities
  • Monitors, inspects, and evaluates operations, programs, services, activities, and conditions
  • Oversees and/or conducts inspections, searches, investigations, and evaluations
  • Performs crisis response, containment, and intervention in emergencies
  • Plans, implements, directs, and coordinates various correctional programs and activities

Benefits

  • Health and dental insurance
  • Retirement and savings plan options
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
  • Qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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