Facility Director 1 - Elbert Shaw RYDC - Dalton, GA (FSC)

Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Direct and personally monitor state prison security functions and activities to maintain the custody and security of prisoners Identifies training needs and provides guidance and training to correctional staff Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges corrections employees Manages human resources and directs administrative activities for corrections staff Manages the operations and activities of correctional facilities and detention centers Monitors budget activities of correctional facilities Monitors, inspects, and evaluates operations, programs, services, activities, and conditions Oversees and/or conducts inspections, searches, investigations, and evaluations Performs crisis response, containment, and intervention in emergencies Plans, implements, directs, and coordinates various correctional programs and activities

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of directly job-related experience in criminal justice or correctional system, two (2) years of which with management experience. Or four (4) years of supervisory custodial experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, two (2) years of which at a level equivalent to a manager in a law enforcement setting. Or four (4) years of directly related experience in a criminal justice or correctional system, eighteen (18) months of which experience is required at the lower-level Mgr, Correctional Administration (PSM080) or position equivalent. In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: EMPLOYERThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.