Warden

State of Oklahoma • McAlester, OK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job are responsible for the administration, direction, and management of the operational and administrative functions and activities for a correctional facility for the Oklahoma Department of Corrections.
Typical Functions: · Responsible for the overall operational, management and administrative functions of a facility which includes programmatic services and activities provided to incarcerated individuals, such as correctional industries and agri-services, building and grounds maintenance, and agency business processes, such as budget and human resources. · Develops and administers the facility’s budget, staff, physical resources, and other administrative functions in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, policies and guidelines. · Provides operational oversight to ensure all security, administrative and programmatic functions are carried out effectively, efficiently and in accordance with all applicable polices and guidelines. · Responsible for the interpretation and application of laws, rules and regulations pertaining to operation of a facility. · Serves on committees regarding a variety of department-related operations. · Serves as a public relations contact for the facility as required. Level Descriptor: At this level, incumbents serve as Warden for a large correctional facility, performing all required duties and functions at an advanced level.

Requirements

• Knowledge of current concepts and theories in the administration of prisons; the physiological and psychological needs of incarcerated persons and staff; and internal and external programs and resources available for incarcerated persons and staff.
• Skill in mentoring and coaching staff to fulfill the mission of the facility; in building diverse teams; and defining and applying discipline.
• Ability to ensure a safe and secure environment; to delegate tasks and assignments appropriately; and to remain composed and in control during times of emergency.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of professional-level work experience in corrections for a government or private corrections agency, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and retain a valid driver’s license while assigned to this job.
• Business-related overnight travel is required in the performance of this job.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall operational, management and administrative functions of a facility which includes programmatic services and activities provided to incarcerated individuals, such as correctional industries and agri-services, building and grounds maintenance, and agency business processes, such as budget and human resources.
• Develops and administers the facility’s budget, staff, physical resources, and other administrative functions in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, policies and guidelines.
• Provides operational oversight to ensure all security, administrative and programmatic functions are carried out effectively, efficiently and in accordance with all applicable polices and guidelines.
• Responsible for the interpretation and application of laws, rules and regulations pertaining to operation of a facility.
• Serves on committees regarding a variety of department-related operations.
• Serves as a public relations contact for the facility as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager