Assistant Facility Administrator/Warden

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Training

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking an Assistant Facility Administrator to assist in facility management in Boca Raton, FL. This role requires at least ten years of mid-management experience in corrections, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to effectively supervise and lead staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and be able to pass necessary background checks. Competitive benefits including health insurance and paid time off are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years experience in corrections or related field with experience in mid-management.
• Ability to command respect and confidence of inmates and staff.
• Must pass ICE and DHS background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist Facility Administrator in developing and implementing facility standards.
• Direct department functions and supervise personnel.
• Prepare departmental progress reports.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Performance control

Crisis response

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in behavioral sciences

Job description

Benefits and Compensation

The GEO Group is growing nationwide.

Compensation is based on experience and facility location.

Relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis.

Boca Raton, FL is a corporate headquarters.

Positions will be located in various parts of the country.

Full-time employees enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for 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 evidence-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 Assistant Facility Administrator assists the Facility Administrator in developing, supervising, and implementing standards, policies, and guidelines for the facility. Assists in overall administration of the facility.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Assistant Facility Administrator directs all department functions, activities and supervision of personnel.
• Directly responsible for performance control activities of the operations and safety sections.
• The Assistant Facility Administrator ensures adequate procedures, post orders, staff, staff training methods, equipment and space are established in all operations of the security department to ensure safety and security of staff, visitors, inmates and facility.
• 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 Assistant Facility Administrator prepares departmental progress reports.
• Reviews activities and operations of the operations departments to determine progress toward stated goals and objectives.
• The Assistant Facility Administrator monitors staff effectiveness and conducts physical inspections of facility to assure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assists staff members through individual and group conferences in analyzing problems and in improving their skills.
• The Assistant Facility Administrator assists in efforts to assure continuing, coordinated community planning for needs of inmates.
• Responds on a 24-hour, 7-day basis to significant unusual occurrences.
• The Assistant Facility Administrator is required to function as facility administrator in his/her absence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED certification required.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years experience in corrections or related field with experience in the field of corrections at the level of mid‑management required. Knowledge of program objectives, policies, procedures and requirements for managing a secure correctional facility.
• Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates and staff.
• Ability to pass the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) background checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), employment history and credit.
• Working knowledge of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Performance Based National Detention Standards preferred.
• Working knowledge of ACA Local Detention Standards preferred.