Detention Facility Safety & Compliance Lead

Acuity International; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity International is seeking a Safety Manager for a detention facility in the United States. You will develop and oversee safety and occupational health programs to ensure a compliant, safe environment on site.

Responsibilities include inspections, incident investigations, training, documentation, and coordination with leadership and government representatives to sustain reliable, hazard-free operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of safety experience in corrections or command center environments.
• Knowledge of detention standards, federal regulations.
• Safety certifications such as CHST, OHST, or ASP through BCSP.
• Experience with incident tracking systems and quality management software.
• Multitasking, detail-oriented, and good communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary clearances and credentials for detention facilities.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, with 3 years in the past 5 years in the U.S.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must complete all required training.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the facility’s Safety and Occupational Health Program, ensuring compliance with OSHA and regulatory standards.
• Conduct routine facility-wide safety inspections to identify hazards and document corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations, root-cause analyses, and corrective action planning.
• Provide safety training, drills, and ongoing coaching for staff, contractors, and facility personnel.
• Maintain all required safety documentation, including logs, reports, permits, and inspection records.
• Monitor operational activities to ensure safe practices and hazard controls.
• Coordinate with facility leadership, QC, Environmental, and government representatives for safe execution of operations.
• Serve as the primary on-site authority for safety and health matters.
• Ensure PPE, hazard communication, and emergency procedures compliance.
• Support emergency preparedness planning and drills.

Skills

Safety management

Incident investigations

OSHA compliance

Staff training

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

Incident tracking systems

Quality management software

Job description

Acuity International is seeking a Safety Manager for a detention facility in the United States. You will develop and oversee safety and occupational health programs to ensure a compliant, safe environment on site.

Responsibilities include inspections, incident investigations, training, documentation, and coordination with leadership and government representatives to sustain reliable, hazard-free operations.