Unit Operations Lead – Corrections Facility

CoreCivic; Clifton (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Unit Manager in Clifton, TN, to supervise unit staff and oversee program operations in an institutional setting. The role involves staffing the unit, managing manpower resources, and monitoring progress to address deficiencies.

The individual will participate in recruiting and hiring, communicate duties to subordinates, and conduct performance evaluations. Knowledge of corrections laws and facility management is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent is required.
• Three years of experience in a criminal justice field, which includes two years in a supervisory capacity or two years as a CoreCivic Case Manager or Correctional Counselor, is required.
• Additional qualifying education may be substituted for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience on a “CoreCivic Way” unit management team that includes time served as an acting Unit Manager may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise staff assigned to the unit in the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by facility and corporate policy.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring and orienting assigned staff.
• Communicate responsibilities, authorities and accountability to all direct subordinates so that they are defined and understood.
• Complete written evaluations on all staff under direct supervision; review and approve staff evaluations completed by subordinate managers or supervisors in accordance with corporate guidelines.
• Routinely review subordinates’ payroll records and the use of overtime.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Recruiting

Communication

Staff development

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking a Unit Manager in Clifton, TN, to supervise unit staff and oversee program operations in an institutional setting. The role involves staffing the unit, managing manpower resources, and monitoring progress to address deficiencies.

The individual will participate in recruiting and hiring, communicate duties to subordinates, and conduct performance evaluations. Knowledge of corrections laws and facility management is required.