Assistant Warden, Corrections Leadership

Iowa National Guard; Anamosa (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Department of Corrections is seeking a Deputy Warden for the Anamosa State Penitentiary. The role supports the warden in daily operations, security, and staff management, while overseeing disciplinary appeals and rehabilitation programs.

The position requires extensive leadership experience in correctional settings and a strategic approach to manage diverse departments, ensure compliance, and promote safe, orderly operations within the facility.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, and experience equal to five years of full-time work in the management of a correctional, mental health, intellectual disability or juvenile correctional or training facility.
• Five years of full-time work experience as a Correctional Treatment Director, Correctional Security Director, or other equivalent management position in the Iowa Department of Corrections or Iowa Judicial District Departments of Correctional Services.
• Ten years of full time supervisory experience in the Iowa Department of Corrections or Iowa Judicial District Departments of Correctional Services.
• Five years of full time experience as an Assistant Superintendent, Treatment Services Director, Treatment Manager or other equivalent position in the Department of Human Services.
• Some positions in this class may require an applicant to have the ability to pass a background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the warden in overseeing daily operations and security.
• Manage staff and oversee disciplinary appeals and rehabilitation programs for incarcerated individuals.
• Support program development and enforcement of facility policies to maintain safety and security.
• Collaborate with various departments to coordinate treatment, maintenance, and administrative functions.

Job description

Iowa Department of Corrections is seeking a Deputy Warden for the Anamosa State Penitentiary. The role supports the warden in daily operations, security, and staff management, while overseeing disciplinary appeals and rehabilitation programs.

The position requires extensive leadership experience in correctional settings and a strategic approach to manage diverse departments, ensure compliance, and promote safe, orderly operations within the facility.