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Job Title:  

Facility Director 2 - Macon RYDC - Macon, GA. (NSC)

Agency:

Department of Juvenile Justice

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007055

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$ 73,0001 (ANNUAL SALARY)

Job Description:

Leads the operation and administration of a correctional institution, office, or unit. Develops and implements appropriate security and facility policies and procedures. Directs subordinate managers as well as other institutional staff. Will manage a high level of responsibility within an agency or organization.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• 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

 

This document provides descriptive information about the position listed above, however the actual work performed may vary. The information contained herein should be used as a guideline only. The Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary, with or without advance written notice. Questions regarding the content of this description may be directed to the DJJ Office of Human Resources.

 

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 

• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with agency staff, Human Resources staff of facilities and offices, and others as required.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to exercise initiative and make independent decisions to meet deadlines or to effectively handle priority work.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Able to work as a leader, coordinator and effective team member.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of directly job-related experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, three (3) years of which with management experience; or four (4) years of supervisory custodial experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, three (3) years of which at a level equivalent to a manager in a law enforcement setting; or four (4) years of directly related experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, one (1) year 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 and agency-specific training and/or certification.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

• One year of full-time experience in directing through subordinate managers, activities and staff appropriate to the area of assignment (i.e., security or care and treatment) at a state correctional facility operated by the Georgia Department of Corrections.
• Two years of full-time experience in directing through subordinate managers, activities and staff appropriate to the area of assignment (i.e., security or care and treatment) in a correctional setting outside of the Georgia Department of Corrections or in a community-based care and treatment or similar program/organization.
• Completion of an undergraduate degree in criminal justice, one of the behavioral sciences (e.g., counseling, psychology, sociology, etc.), or a related field at a four-year college or university.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

 

Working Conditions:

• Institutional/Secure Facility
• May be required to work some evenings, weekends and holidays

 

Physical Demands:

• Statewide travel periodically as required
• Moderate lifting as required, up to 15-30 pounds

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

 

  

THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION.

THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE

PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION.

ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.

 

DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of direct job-related experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, two (2) years of which with management experience: or five (5) years of supervisory custodial experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, two (2) years of which at a level equivalent to a manager in a law enforcement setting; or five (5) years of directly related experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, eighteen (18) 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 and agency-specific training and or certification.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.