Manager A - Jail Admin (Sheriff)

Shelby County • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Jail Environment Manager is responsible for overseeing the cleanliness,
sanitation, safety, and environmental compliance of the jail facility. This
position ensures that all housing units, common areas, food service areas,
medical spaces, and administrative areas meet established health, safety and
regulatory standards. The Environmental Manager supervises staff and inmate work
crews assigned to sanitation duties and coordinates inspections, training, and
corrective actions as needed.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of experience in managerial/supervisory capacity with prior experience in facility management, sanitation, environmental services or corrections preferred; AND
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration; or a closely related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
• PROOF OF EDUCATION; TRAINING; AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications or training in environmental services, safety, or facility management.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards (ACA, NCCHC, or TCI).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cleaning, sanitation, and environmental operations throughout the jail facility.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Supervise and train staff and inmate workers assigned to environmental regulations.
• Conduct routine inspections of housing units, kitchens, medical areas, and common spaces.
• Identify and correct environmental hazards, sanitation deficiencies, and safety concerns.
• Coordinate pest control, waste management, laundry operations, and hazardous material handling.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and use of cleaning chemicals.
• Prepare reports related to inspections, compliance, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Assist with audits, accreditation inspections, compliance, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees