High School diploma, GED certification, or equivalent required
Three years in the criminal justice field required
One year of corrections experience necessary
Preferred: One year in a supervisory role
Additional education in criminal justice can substitute for experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred
Valid driver's license required
Minimum age: 21 years old
Responsibilities
Supervise assigned security staff and evaluate their performance
Provide guidance on safety and security practices
Enforce compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations
Participate in meetings to improve communication among staff and inmates
Streamline communication and operations across shifts
Conduct regular inspections of security and control functions
Direct staff in supervising inmates and protecting their rights
Benefits
Comprehensive training provided
Opportunities for career advancement
Work within a stable organizational environment
Team-oriented workplace culture
Flexible shift assignments
Full Job Description
$40.04 per hour
The Assistant Shift Supervisor supports the supervision of the administrative and operational security activities in a correctional/detention facility. This role will directly supervise officers assigned to the shift and may serve as acting Shift Supervisor in their absence. In addition they will direct officers in performing their duties related to the supervision of inmates/residents and the protection and preservation of their legal rights. The Assistant Shift Supervisor conducts regular inspections of all security-related and control-related functions. Must be able to work any post assignment on any shift.
Directly supervise assigned security staff on the shift and evaluate the performance of subordinate staff.
Demonstrate and provide guidance to staff on adherence safety and security practices and post orders.
Interpret, enforce and comply with rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and contract requirements.
Attend meetings to enhance effective communications between management, staff and inmates/residents.
Assist in streamlining communications and maintaining consistency of operation between shifts.
Qualifications:
High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required.
Three years of experience in a criminal justice field is required.
One year of corrections experience, including the care and custody of inmates/offenders is required.
One year of experience in a supervisory capacity is preferred.
Additional education in criminal justice or a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis up to two years.
No substitution for the required corrections experience.
Experience in Microsoft Office or other similar software applications is preferred.
A valid driver's license is required.
Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.
