Institution Security Manager, Correctional Institution Manager 1 (Tillamook)

State of Oregon

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Institution Security Manager, Correctional Institution Manager 1 (Tillamook) South Fork Forest Camp - Tillamook, Oregon Oregon Department of Corrections The Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly skilled, mission-driven Correctional Institution Manager 1 to join the executive leadership team at South Fork Forest Camp (SFFC). This key leader serves as the Superintendent’s primary advisor on security operations, institutional safety, emergency response and interagency coordination with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). This role offers a unique blend of correctional leadership, operational management, and statewide emergency response coordination – including oversight of Oregon’s largest AIC wildland firefighting program. About the Job – Your Role As the Correctional Institution Manager 1, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all institution security functions. Your responsibilities include: Security & Institutional Operations • Lead and oversee all institutional security functions. • Ensure compliance with laws, policies and ACA standards. • Supervise Lieutenants, Sergeants, Officers and staff deployment. • Advise leadership on security, safety and sanitation issues. • Conduct or direct investigations involving staff and AICs. • Approve operational purchases and support daily facility needs. ODF Partnership & Field Crew Operations • Provide security oversight for ODF staff supervising AIC work crews. • Support field operations including wildfire response, reforestation and trail work. • Respond with ODF to emergencies in remote locations. Statewide DOC Fire Program Leadership • Lead DOC fire ground operations and annual crew readiness. • Oversee the DOC Fire Dispatch Center. • Coordinate deployment of 300+ AIC firefighters and 70+ DOC staff. • Serve as primary liaison with ODF, fire camp commanders, and institutional fire teams. Leadership & Executive Management • Serve on the SFFC and statewide Security Management Teams. • Act as Officer‑in-Charge or Acting Superintendent as needed. • Provide oversight for select AIC services and facility operations. Why Join Us? At SFFC, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that supports public safety, contributes to Oregon’s wildfire and emergency response networks and provides meaningful rehabilitative opportunities to AICs. Your leadership will play a critical role in strengthening operations, enhancing emergency response, and shaping the future of the DOC and ODF partnership. This position is management services and may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Requirements

Five years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR Two years of related experience AND a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Nice To Haves

Managing security or operational programs in a correctional or public safety environment.
Experience supervising and evaluating staff in a structured or chain‑of‑command organization, including assigning work, reviewing performance, and supporting professional development.
Conducting administrative, personnel, or operational investigations, including documentation, evidence review and formal reporting.
Experience participating in or coordinating emergency response or critical incident operations, such as field deployments, incident command support, or multi-agency response.
Overseeing program resources, including staffing schedules, procurement, budget monitoring and equipment oversight.
Experience applying administrative rules, operating procedures, regulatory requirements, or collective bargaining agreements in daily operations.
Experience working in a remote/satellite facility environment where your leadership isn’t onsite daily.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all institutional security functions.
Ensure compliance with laws, policies and ACA standards.
Supervise Lieutenants, Sergeants, Officers and staff deployment.
Advise leadership on security, safety and sanitation issues.
Conduct or direct investigations involving staff and AICs.
Approve operational purchases and support daily facility needs.
Provide security oversight for ODF staff supervising AIC work crews.
Support field operations including wildfire response, reforestation and trail work.
Respond with ODF to emergencies in remote locations.
Lead DOC fire ground operations and annual crew readiness.
Oversee the DOC Fire Dispatch Center.
Coordinate deployment of 300+ AIC firefighters and 70+ DOC staff.
Serve as primary liaison with ODF, fire camp commanders, and institutional fire teams.
Serve on the SFFC and statewide Security Management Teams.
Act as Officer‑in-Charge or Acting Superintendent as needed.
Provide oversight for select AIC services and facility operations.