Senior Corrections Administrator

Broome County Deputy Sheriff; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Broome County Sheriff's Office seeks a Jail Administrator to lead the correctional facility, supervise staff, and ensure safety and compliance with state laws. The role reports to the Sheriff and executes strategic plans while directing day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate will oversee budgets, health and reentry programs, and coordinate information systems, requiring strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the modern principles and practices of law enforcement.
• Good knowledge of Federal, State, and County laws related to correctional facilities and operations.
• Good knowledge of Corrections Law governing supervision and treatment of incarcerated individuals.
• Good knowledge of search methods, booking procedures, and computer operations.
• Good knowledge of first aid methods.

Responsibilities

• Supervises corrections division staff, including recruitment, training, direction, performance evaluation, and discipline.
• Conducts inspections of the correctional facility and grounds.
• Assist the Sheriff with implementing policies aligned with department goals.
• Plan and direct the activities of the facility and its staff.
• Monitor operations for productivity, efficiency, and safety.
• Assist with preparing the department budget and cost-control measures.
• Administer the corrections division annual budget and related finances.
• Oversee overall operation, security, cleanliness, and welfare of the facility and inmates.
• Maintain commissary funds and inmate personal monies.
• Develop and enforce facility policies.
• Exercise responsibility in the Sheriff and Undersheriff's absence.
• Implement programs for health, mental health, hygiene, reentry, and transportation.
• Participate in labor relations and grievances.
• Prepare records and reports for NYS Commission of Corrections.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Policy implementation

Interpersonal skills

Emergency response

Communication

Labor relations

Education

Bachelors in criminal justice

Bachelors in related field

Associates in criminal justice

Associates in related field

High school diploma

Tools

Information management systems

Records management

Budgeting software

Computer operations

Job description

Broome County Sheriff's Office seeks a Jail Administrator to lead the correctional facility, supervise staff, and ensure safety and compliance with state laws. The role reports to the Sheriff and executes strategic plans while directing day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate will oversee budgets, health and reentry programs, and coordinate information systems, requiring strong leadership and communication skills.