Job Summary:

Manages the operation and administration of a correctional institution or unit. Develops and implements appropriate security and facility policies and procedures. Directs subordinate supervisors 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 correction employees.
• Manages human resources and directs administrative activities for corrections staff.
• Manages the operations and activities of youth detention facility.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Three (3) years of closely job-related experience in a criminal justice or correctional system. 
• Or Three (3) years of supervisory custodial experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, one (1) year of which is at a level equivalent to a manager in a law enforcement setting.
• Note: Some positions may require P.O.S.T. certification and agency-specific training and or certification.

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

For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

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