Facility Director - Aaron Cohn RYDC - Columbus GA (FSC)

Job Summary:

Directs the operation and administration of a correctional institution or unit. Develops and implements appropriate security and facility policies and procedures. Directs subordinate managers as well as other institutional staff.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Directs 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

Entry Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Five years of directly related experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, Two years of which with management experience OR Five years of supervisory custodial experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, Two years of which at a level equivalent to a manager in a law enforcement setting OR Five years of directly related experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, Eighteen months of which experience is required at the lower level Mgr 2, Correctional Administration (PSM081) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require P.O.S.T. certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to Entry Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications may be added by the agency.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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