Chief of Security

CoreCivic; Eden (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic seeks a Chief of Security to oversee and coordinate security operations, staffing, and safety for staff and inmates. The role emphasizes adherence to policies and high security standards across shifts.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree, have multiple years in correctional supervision, and be proficient with MS Office, with a valid driver's license and a minimum age of 21.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Four years of correctional work experience, incl. two years in a supervisory role.
• Three years of supervisory experience of correctional staff.
• Additional supervisory experience may substitute for education.
• Knowledge of custody methods, facility rules and supervision techniques.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and a valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and monitors overall security operations of the facility.
• Ensures staffing levels for all shifts/posts and staff/inmate safety.
• Promotes compliance with applicable policies, procedures, rules and standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

MS Office proficiency

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

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 CoreCivic 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 techniques, pertinent facility rules, regulations and standards, principles and practices of supervision and training.

• 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