Class
Code: 06444
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES ENTERPRISE
DEPUTY CORRECTIONS
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
DEFINITION
Administers
mission critical multi-faceted corrections programs as a Deputy Director in the
Department of Corrections; 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 professional staff; effectively recommends personnel
actions related to selection, performance, leaves of absence, grievances, work
schedules and assignments, disciplinary procedures, and administers personnel
and related policies and procedures.
Collaborates
with department head and other agency executive staff on operational problems
which influence management and organization of corrections service delivery and
serve as a key resource person in evaluating and recommending solutions to
problems relating to corrections programs, institutions, and community based
corrections districts.
Reviews,
modifies, or rejects changes in functions, structure, position design, staffing
levels, and related actions; establishes organizational relationships designed
to meet specific goals and objectives.
Plans,
evaluates and strategizes for long-term development of resources, program
objectives, and operational changes which will improve delivery of services in
a cost effective and efficient manner.
Evaluates
agency programming and services for incarcerated and non-incarcerated offenders
and recommends appropriate funding adjustments.
Develops
and maintains effective working relationships with a broad spectrum of key
officials outside of the immediate organization in order to effectively gain
necessary executive, legislative and related support for management decisions
on program priorities and goals.
Resolves
a broad spectrum of general administration and program problems not covered by
precedents or established policies.
Evaluates
proposals emanating from or outside of the agency regarding new or revised
legislation, regulations and related changes that have a direct impact over
programs or operations under the agency's control.
Acts
as a statewide representative of the Department of Corrections to the public
for the purpose of promoting goals and objectives.
Knowledge
of the organizational structure, functions, procedures and applicable
regulatory requirements of the Department of Corrections.
Knowledge
of the criminal justice system.
Knowledge
of correctional treatment and program philosophies.
Knowledge
of the principles, theories, techniques and trends of public administration
including financial management, labor relations, information systems, and
related governmental programs.
Ability
to deal effectively with persons representing widely divergent backgrounds,
interests and points of view.
Ability
to establish program objectives or performance goals and to assess progress
toward their achievement.
Ability
to coordinate and integrate the work activities of diverse unit managers.
Ability
to analyze organizational and operations problems and develop timely, creative
and economical solutions.
Ability
to represent the agency both within and outside the organization and to gain
support for the agency's program goals.
Ability
and willingness to consider new ideas or divergent points of view.
Ability
to objectively evaluate facts, situations and circumstances.
Displays
high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits
honesty and integrity. Refrains from
theft-related, dishonest or 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. Makes an
effort to follow policy and cooperate 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
Graduation
from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in criminal
justice or corrections and experience equal to six years of full-time
progressively responsible management work in an adult correctional facility,
community based corrections programs, or related criminal justice experience;
OR
graduation from an
accredited four year college or university and experience equal to eight years
of full-time progressively responsible management work in an adult correctional
facility, community based corrections programs, or related criminal justice
experience;
OR
an equivalent
combination of education and experience substituting eighteen semester hours of
graduate level coursework in a behavioral science or management for each year
of the required experience to a maximum of two years.
NOTE:
Positions
in this class are “at will” and exempt from the screening and referral
requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human
Resources Enterprise. Apply directly to
the employing agency.
Effective Date: 6/03 SP