Facility Security & Operations Leader

The GEO Group, Inc.; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is hiring for a security leadership role at our facility in California. You will direct the security department, oversee safety programs, and ensure compliance with policies.

This position requires experience in detention or correctional environments and strong leadership. Responsibilities include daily oversight of security staff, reporting, and coordinating emergency responses. You will contribute to long-range planning and community coordination for detainee needs with a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; BA preferred in related field.
• Extensive experience in detention/correctional facility operations.
• Proven leadership and staff management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Directs security department functions and supervision of security personnel.
• Oversees performance control activities of operations and safety sections.
• Ensures procedures, post orders, training, and space meet safety standards.
• Prepares departmental progress and miscellaneous reports for management.
• Reviews operations to assess progress toward goals and objectives.
• Monitors staff effectiveness and conducts routine facility inspections.
• Directs hiring, evaluation, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Assists in long-range planning to achieve facility goals.
• Ensures staff can respond to emergencies appropriately.
• Coordinates community planning for detainees' needs.
• Responds 24/7 to significant unusual occurrences.
• Acts as top facility administrator when required.
• Performs other duties to ensure effective facility operation.

Skills

Security management

Policy compliance

Staff supervision

Operational leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences or related field

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is hiring for a security leadership role at our facility in California. You will direct the security department, oversee safety programs, and ensure compliance with policies.

This position requires experience in detention or correctional environments and strong leadership. Responsibilities include daily oversight of security staff, reporting, and coordinating emergency responses. You will contribute to long-range planning and community coordination for detainee needs with a