DEFINITION

Assists the program director with management of a security program for inmates in an adult correctional institution; performs related work as required.

The Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.

WORK EXAMPLES

Supervises and evaluates the work of subordinates; recommends personnel actions related to selection, disciplinary procedures, performance, leaves, grievances, work schedules and assignments; administers personnel policies and procedures.

Establishes and maintains shift assignments, post assignments, and vacation schedules for uniformed correctional officer personnel; maintains time and attendance record and prepares payroll data for uniformed personnel.

Participates as a member of the classification, adjustment, and disciplinary committees and assists with investigations of infractions of institutional rules.

Conducts periodic inspections of institutional facilities; checks safety/sanitation, evaluates performance of inmates assigned to these areas and interviews inmates regarding work assignments.

Interviews applicants for correctional officer positions and conducts orientation sessions for new employees; counsel/advises subordinate officers on problems and prepares employee performance evaluation reports.

Attends staff conferences and committee meetings; compiles data and writes and reviews reports; maintains various administrative records as required.

COMPENTENCIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of the basic principles of supervision and administration.

Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of a security and rehabilitation program in a correctional institution.

Knowledge of the principles and practices in the field of penology and criminology.

Knowledge of current literature in the field of correctional administration.

Ability to plan and direct the work of a group of supervisory correctional officers.

Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest and unethical behavior.

Works and communicates with internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service.

Displays a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.

Responds appropriately to supervision. Follows policy and cooperates with supervisors.

Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals of the organization.

Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust and group identity. Fosters commitment and team spirit.

Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Listens to others and responds appropriately.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Experience equal to two-years’ full-time supervisory work in a juvenile or adult community/institutional corrections or jail security program;

employees with current continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to twelve months as a Correctional Supervisor 2 or twenty-four months as a Correctional Supervisor 1.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

May require satisfactory completion of:

· psychological tests;

· a background investigation check;

· a health screen administered by an institutional physician;

· a urinalysis screen for drugs.

Effective Date: 03/06 SP