ADMINISTRATIVE CAPTAIN

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Hudson (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GEO Group in Colorado is seeking an Administrative Captain to supervise correctional personnel and oversee custody, security and treatment operations. You will apply agency policies, direct staff, review post orders, and ensure procedures are understood and consistently followed.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate independent judgment, emotional stability, and the ability to coordinate staffing for security supervisors and officers.

Qualifications

• Must meet the qualifications as an Officer.
• Minimum high school graduate or equivalent; related college courses highly desirable.
• Minimum of three years in a correctional setting with supervisory experience.
• Emotionally stable, flexible, cooperative and empathetic to detainees.
• Knowledge of corrections law and court orders.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to interpret complex instructions and to make decisions independently.
• Ability to lead staffing for security supervisors and officers.
• Ability to write policies, courtroom defenses and other written documents.

Responsibilities

• Direct the work of other employees, including hiring, training, evaluation and discipline.
• Develop and implement custody, security and treatment policies and procedures.
• Respond to major incidents and provide prompt assistance to detainees.
• Promote a constructive environment for detainees and staff through facility planning.
• Review disciplinary matters and maintain daily logs and records.
• Ensure compliance with rules and procedures for security operations.
• Provide training and inspections as needed; cross-train for coverage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Correctional knowledge

Communication skills

Decision making

Emotional stability

Education

High school diploma

Related college courses

Job description

Benefits Information

This job posting is anticipated to remain open until July 31st, 2026.

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary:

The Administrative Captain performs advanced responsible correctional duties in supervising correctional personnel in charge of inmates/detainees. Under general supervision, is responsible for directing the activities of a number of correctional and special officers engaged in maintaining order and discipline. Agency regulations and instructions from a supervisor dictate the manner of work, but the nature and variety of responsibilities require continuous exercise of independent judgment and resourcefulness. Performs duties of positions in other areas for the purpose of cross-training.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Administrative Captain assists in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and regulations for custody, security and/or treatment of detainees/inmates.
• Responds to major unusual occurrences. Facilitates prompt and appropriate assistance to detainees/inmates in the event of injury, illness or emotional trauma.
• Promotes an atmosphere conducive to personality and character development of detainees/ inmates and staff through the encouragement of favorable behavior patterns, arrangement of physical facilities, and influencing relationships among detainees/inmates.
• Directs the work of other employees. This includes the selection, hiring, evaluating job performance, employee training/development, promoting and any disciplinary action, including termination.
• The Administrative Captain makes assignments, reviews post orders and assures that all procedures including emergency procedures are in place and staff is trained in proper implementation.
• Reviews disciplinary matters concerning both staff and detainees.
• Reviews staff effectiveness and conducts frequent physical inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• The Administrative Captain gives primary guidance on situational problems; making referrals for more complex problems.
• Prepares records and reports as assigned by management. Maintains daily logs as required.
• Responsible for attaining facility goals/objectives and ensuring compliance with all rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures for security operations.
• The Administrative Captain directs work, provides training and performs inspections of work performed by detainee/inmate staff. May provide detainee supervision and security in other areas as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Must meet the qualifications as an Officer.
• Minimum high school graduate or equivalent; related college courses highly desirable.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a correctional setting, one of which was in a position requiring supervisory capabilities.
• Must be representative of worthwhile qualities with which an inmate can identify. Must be emotionally stable and understanding. Must be flexible, cooperative, and empathetic to the total needs of the detainees.
• Working knowledge of laws relating to corrections.
• Working knowledge of all applicable court orders.
• Ability to communicate and interact with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to interpret complex written and oral communication, documents, and instructions.
• Ability to make and implement decisions without assistance.
• Ability to give instructions and have them conducted.
• Ability to coordinate staffing requirements for security supervisors and officers.
• Ability to write communication documents, policies, courtroom defenses, contract negotiations, and other required written correspondence.