Salary: $109,886.00 - $159,328.00 Annually
Location : Boscawen, NH
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-00078
Department: Department of Corrections
Division: Administration
Opening Date: 07/22/2025
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NON
FLSA: Exempt/Salary

Job Summary

Superintendent will oversee the Merrimack County Department of Corrections, a 315-bed correctional facility located in Boscawen, New Hampshire. The building has 7 housing units; reception, work release, minimum, general, female, maximum and medical classifications and is designed to support objective based classification and direct supervision management concepts along with a Community Corrections Center. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in and a commitment to this operational philosophy. Administrative and leadership abilities required to maintain the management philosophy of the organization; monitor and motivate personnel; manage the annual operating budget; interpret and clarify regulations, policies and procedures; and represent the Department of Corrections within and outside of the County.
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A drug screen & criminal background check will be required of all conditional hires.
Required Education & Experience

Possession of a Bachelor's degree with major course work in criminal justice, social services, public administration or related field. Ten years' experience in criminal justice, social services or related field, with five years of managerial/administrative experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Certified Correctional Officer by the New Hampshire Association of Counties. Possession of a valid New Hampshire Driver's License.

EEO STATEMENT: The County of Merrimack provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable local, state and federal laws. In addition to federal law requirements, the County of Merrimack complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which it has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, training, layoff, recall, job assignments, compensation, transfers, leaves of absence, discipline and access to benefits.

EOE
The County offers a comprehensive benefit package. Eligibility is dependent on employment status but may include:
Onsite Fitness Center
Discounted onsite child care
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Section 125 Plan (FSA) & HRA
Life Insurance
Annual Leave/Sick Leave/Personal Leave/PTO Leave
Short-Term Disability
Paid Holidays/Holiday Allotment
NH State Retirement Plan
Optional Health Benefit
Shift & Weekend Differentials
Deferred Compensation
Tuition Assistance
Identity Theft Protection Coverage
Note: Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status