Chief of Security

CoreCivic; Appleton (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Chief of Security to lead and coordinate the facility's security operations, ensuring proper staffing and maintaining safety for staff and inmates. The role emphasizes adherence to policies and procedures and high professional standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, multiple years of correctional and supervisory experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. A valid driver's license and being at least 21 are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Social or Behavioral Science or related field.
• Four (4) years of correctional work experience, including two years as Shift Supervisor/Unit Manager or department head.
• Three (3) years supervisory experience of correctional employees.
• Knowledge of correctional custody methods and related procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age 21.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and monitors the overall security operations of the facility, ensuring proper staffing levels for all shifts and posts, and maintaining safety and security of staff and inmates.
• Promotes compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, rules, regulations and standards.

Skills

Correctional experience

Supervisory experience

Knowledge of custody methods

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At CoreCivic,our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards ofprofessionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.
CoreCivic is currently seeking a Chief of Security who has apassion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, securesetting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for thepeople and communities we serve.

Job Description:

• The Chief of Security coordinates and monitors the overall security operations of the facility, ensuring proper staffing levels for all shifts and posts, and maintaining safety and security of staff and inmates.
• Promotes compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, rules, regulations and standards.

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Social or Behavioral Science or a related field.
• Four (4) years of correctional work experience, including two (2) years of experience as a Shift Supervisor, Unit Manager and/or Core Civic department head, or equivalent, is required.
• Correctional work experience must include three (3) years supervisory experience of correctional employees.
• Additional qualifying full-time correctional supervisory experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of correctional  custody  methods  and ’ to the ' sect;some?
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

CoreCivicis a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran