Assistant Security Chief

Position: Assistant Security Chief (4933-39)

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job :4933-39

# of Openings:1

Assistant Security Chief

River City Correctional Center
3220 Colerain Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45225

Work Hours: 80 Hours Bi-Weekly/ 2nd Shift

Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification):

• Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed below.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the social/behavioral sciences, social work, counseling, psychology, or criminal justice fields or a minimum of three years’ experience in the field of criminal justice/security or safety along with one year supervisory experience is preferred.

Note:

This job description shall in no way be construed as a limitation on the authority of supervisory personnel to assign tasks which are not listed in the Essential Functions/job duties section to employees under their direct or indirect supervision.

Licensure and Certification Requirements Possession of a valid Ohio Operator’s License.

Job Duties (Summary):

• Supervises, trains and directs the Resident Assistants, Resident Advisors, and Resident Coordinators. Defines expectations and evaluates performance of employees under his/her direct supervision to encourage and promote employee growth and maximize services rendered.
• Submits probationary, special and annual job performance evaluations on employees supervised within established time limits to the Security Chief.
• Maintains accurate and thorough files for documentation necessary for reports, which can be utilized in the development of an annual budget and annual report.
• Reads log book on a daily basis, makes log entries in log book as necessary, and is responsible for ensuring security staff utilize log book as required.
• Supervises the conducting of visual head counts, isolation checks, facility shakedowns and resident searches according to established procedures and documents all said activities.
• Assists in conducting and documenting monthly fire drills and other emergency drills.
• Ensures daily/weekly inspections of housing areas are conducted and documented to ensure housing areas are clean, orderly and in good repair.
• Coordinates resident household duties, recreation and visitation schedules with treatment program staff.
• Maintains strict confidentiality with respect to information obtained and processed in the operation of the facility.
• Transports residents to community resources as needed.
• Responsible for making sure all security staff receive proper orientation and meet the annual training requirements.
• Participates in gathering information and file review for the American Correctional Association (ACA) audit.
• Ensures staffing and schedule are adequate for minimum coverage.
• Communicates professionally and accurately with County and APA officials.
• Ensures Key inventories are accurate and maintained.
• Reviews daily reports and takes necessary action regarding report.
• Responds timely to resident and staff concerns.
• Promotes safe and clean environment.

Marginal Functions

Completes special projects as designated by Executive Director and Deputy Director.

Performs related work as required.

Positions Supervised

Resident Assistants, Resident Advisors, and Resident Coordinators

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to recognize abnormal conditions and take appropriate action.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare routine reports.
• Ability to effectively manage time and organize workload.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, community individuals, coworkers, etc.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to supervise, train and direct staff.
• Ability to schedule daily, weekly and monthly work.
• Skill in planning and problem…