Program Supervisor VI - Assistant Regional Director for Prison and Jail Ope at Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Palestine, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Correctional administration, Program management, Staff supervision, Policy development, Emergency response, Budgeting, Compliance monitoring, Technical report writing, Problem-solving, Public speaking, Law enforcement methods, Incident investigation, Strategic planning, Communication, Leadership

Industry

Government Administration

Description

JOB SUMMARY Performs advanced administrative and supervisory program work. Work involves establishing program goals and objectives; developing program guidelines, policies, and procedures; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving program goals; monitoring and evaluating program activities; developing and evaluating budget requests; coordinating program activities; and supervising the work of others. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Oversees activities of staff within the Institutional Unit and State Jail programs; plans, implements, coordinates, and monitors prison facility programs, services, and operations; oversees the development and implementation of program guidelines, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; and monitors compliance with laws, statutes, and agency requirements, policies, and procedures. B. Oversees special investigations, reviews, and program analyses; develops and implements effective techniques for evaluating facility program services and operations; conducts site visits of units, jails, and other facilities; provides guidance to employees in handling difficult or complex problems; and provides guidance in developing new methods and procedures. C. Establishes program goals and objectives; oversees the preparation of program management and productivity reports and studies and recommends improvements; and oversees the preparation of and evaluates program budget requests. D. Supervises the work of others; and provides technical assistance and direction in response to critical events and emergency situations to include escapes and unit disturbances. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A. Education, Experience, and Training 1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required eight years may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis. 2. Eight years full-time, wage-earning correctional custody, law enforcement, or criminal justice program administration experience. 3. Three years full-time, wage-earning experience in the supervision of employees. B. Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of correctional or law enforcement administration and management. 2. Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes relating to penal institutions. 3. Knowledge of emergency response procedures for critical incidents to include escapes, disturbances, and deaths. 4. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 5. Skill in correctional custody and law enforcement methods, practices, and techniques to include the use of force and chemical agents. 6. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 7. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 8. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 9. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports. 10. Skill in administrative problem-solving techniques. 11. Skill in public address. 12. Skill to develop, evaluate, and implement program operations and procedures. 13. Skill to supervise the work of others. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, dolly, telephone, weapons, restraining devices, and automobile.

Responsibilities

The Program Supervisor oversees prison facility operations, program guidelines, and staff activities to ensure compliance with agency policies and state laws. They also manage special investigations, evaluate budget requests, and provide leadership during critical emergency situations.