FACILITY DIRECTOR, RRC

The GEO Group•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

The Facility Director manages a facility’s personnel, residents, assets, and budget in accordance with the statement of work, company policies and procedures, and contractor standards to ensure contract compliance. The role oversees staffing, financial and administrative operations, resident matters, safety, facility maintenance, and relationships with contracting agencies and community partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a social or behavioral science field, or qualifying work experience substituted for academic studies.
Two years of work experience in a related field and at least two years in a supervisory position; alternatively, six years of total work experience may substitute for the education and experience combination, including two years in a supervisory position. Exceptions require approval from the community corrections regional administrator.
Ability to handle complex tasks and work with public officials.
Ability to express thoughts logically in written and spoken English using correct grammar.
Ability to manage personnel, including hiring, evaluating, disciplining, and terminating employees.
Ability to determine and manage budgets and to delegate, motivate, control, and schedule staff.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, line staff, and executive staff, and to react quickly and appropriately in emergencies.
Familiarity with current correctional systems, legislation, relevant case law, and industry standards and practices.
Knowledge of fiscal processes and management fundamentals.
Knowledge of contemporary counseling techniques.
Ability to use computers and software typically used by the department.

Responsibilities

Recruit, hire, and orient staff; conduct reference checks before offers of employment are made.
Monitor staff performance, address unsatisfactory performance, and prepare performance evaluations on schedule.
Manage the monthly line-item budget and oversee facility spending.
Submit monthly billings and required supporting documents to the Administrative Office on schedule.
Prepare administrative and operational reports and distribute them to relevant agencies and the Administrative Office.
Monitor office and medical supplies and maintain inventory within budgeted levels.
Conduct annual or more frequent physical inventories of company- or contractor-owned equipment and reconcile discrepancies.
Submit authorized invoices and requests for payments, petty cash, and other purchases.
Review and respond to employee and resident grievances and appeals in accordance with established procedures.
Serve as the primary liaison with agencies such as probation and parole.
Work with the contracting agency to screen potential residents for facility suitability.
Conduct safety committee meetings, inspections, and employee safety training; communicate fire and emergency plans.
Develop and follow housekeeping, facility, and equipment maintenance plans; identify needed repairs and submit related paperwork.
Maintain and submit personnel records to the Administrative Office as required.
Hold regular staff meetings to communicate facility and company updates and encourage staff participation.
Design and implement public information and education programs to promote community involvement and support.
Oversee staff scheduling to meet contract requirements, control overtime, and provide fair and equitable schedules.
Review and sign employee timecards and ensure accurate timekeeping and payroll reporting.
Maintain responsibility for GEO Care cash and receipts, including petty cash, resident rent, and maintenance funds.
Follow company and facility policies and work rules, and respond cooperatively to management directives.
Communicate effectively with staff at all levels and promote teamwork.
Perform other duties as assigned.