LIEUTENANT, SHIFT SUPVERVISOR

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd. is seeking a qualified candidate for a supervisory position in Phoenix, Arizona. You will assist in policy development and ensure a secure and rehabilitative environment for detainees.

Ideal candidates will have experiences in correctional settings, demonstrating strong leadership and crisis management skills, and will uphold the standards of treatment and security operational protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• One year of supervisory experience in a correctional setting required.
• Three years of experience working in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of policies for detainee treatment.
• Respond to unusual occurrences involving detainees.
• Promote a conducive atmosphere for detainee development.
• Direct work of other employees and manage performance.
• Ensure compliance with facility security operations.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Behavioral sciences knowledge

Crisis management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in behavioral sciences

Job description

Benefits Information

• 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

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and regulations for custody, security and/or treatment of detainees/inmates.
• Responds to major unusual occurrences, providing prompt assistance to detainees/inmates in the event of injury, illness or emotional trauma.
• Promotes an atmosphere conducive to personality and character development of detainees/inmates and staff through encouragement of favorable behavior patterns, arrangement of physical facilities, and influencing relationships among detainees/inmates.
• Directs the work of other employees, including selection, hiring, evaluating performance, training/development, promotion and disciplinary action, including termination.
• Makes assignments, reviews Post Orders and ensures all procedures including emergency procedures are in place and staff is trained in proper implementation.
• Reviews disciplinary matters concerning both staff and detainees.
• Reviews staff effectiveness and conducts frequent physical inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Provides primary guidance on situational problems and makes referrals for more complex problems.
• Prepares records and reports as assigned by management; maintains daily logs as required.
• Responsible for attaining facility goals/objectives and ensuring compliance with all rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures for security operations.
• Directs work, provides training and performs inspections of work performed by detainee/inmate staff; may provide supervision and security in other areas as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred.
• Arizona Department of Corrections experience strongly preferred.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience in a correctional setting required.
• Three (3) years of experience working in a correctional setting.
• Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees/inmates as well as staff and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
• Must have a valid, Arizona Drivers License.