Detention Center Director – Beaufort County South Carolina
On-site · Beaufort, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Directs the operation and programs of the Beaufort County Detention Center to ensure legal, efficient, safe, and sanitary operations in compliance with local, state, and federal laws. Develops long-range goals, policy papers, and negotiates with the chief administrative officer and elected officials. Oversees supervision, evaluation, and development of assigned staff; assigns work, schedules, and monitors progress; provides guidance and performance appraisals. Manages all activities and operations of the Detention Center; interprets laws, rules, and procedures for staff to ensure understanding. Prepares and monitors the annual departmental budget and ensures operations comply with regulations. Maintains ongoing awareness of regulatory changes through professional organizations and training; maintains firearms proficiency and participates in required training. Remains on-call 24 hours/day to address emergencies, and ensures safety and security of residents and staff. Communicates with county department heads, inmates, detention center staff, court personnel, magistrates, and the public to resolve issues; conducts facility inspections and prepares reports on demographics, statistics, and trends. Oversees procurement and maintenance of supplies and equipment; performs related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business administration, liberal arts, criminal justice, behavioral/social sciences, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and training equivalent to four years of college education
- Ten (10) or more years of law enforcement, corrections, or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Must be certified by the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy or appropriate agency in various areas, (or obtain reciprocity or proof of compliance within 12-months or hire), including:
- South Carolina Criminal Justice Class 2 Certification
- South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Instructor Certification
- First Aide/CPR Certification
- Must have or obtain a valid SC Driver’s license within 30-days of employment with an acceptable driving history
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