Supervisor Correctional Officer

This position is located in the DC Department of Corrections, Central Detention Facility (CDF) and Correctional Treatment Facility (CTF) locations.

This position serves as one of several first line supervisors assigned to each of three shifts within the CDF and CTF Facilities. The incumbent works under the general supervision of a Captain, who sets the overall objectives.

Supervises shift operations ensuring staff assignments are posted and carried out; conducts roll call training making staff aware of changes in operational security. Inspects zone and other assignments for safety/health hazards, ensuring subordinates awareness of such hazards on the job. Counsels non-supervisory staff on a variety of correctional duties related to security, inmate conduct, safety, cleanliness, and maintenance in the correctional setting.

Ensures and/or assists in ensuring appropriate security measures to ensure adequate operational efficiency is maximized, and prescribed policies are followed. Provides supervisory review of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety conditions in assigned areas; identifies health hazards; initiates corrective action, when necessary; ensures employee awareness of such hazards; and makes appropriate notification through the chain-of-command.

Participates in the preparation of assignment rosters, and development of post orders. Recommends adjustment of work schedules, additional correctional officers, or the reassignment of staff when such action is deemed advisable in the interest of security. Provides staff support to accomplish administrative tasks associated with shift responsibilities, including reports, records, and codification of assigned responsibilities. Supervises shift operations, as needed, and ensuring assignments are posted and carried out.

Oversees and directs subordinate officers in controlling inmate movement, local and transit. Maintains extensive knowledge of activities, conditions, and Correctional Officers in assigned areas, reporting to supervisor/designee on all occurrences therein. Makes required rounds in areas within the facility, perimeter, and outpost inspections.

Specialized

Experience:

Specialized experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled. To be creditable, applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the line of progression.

An example of Specialized Experience is the ability to provide leadership and direction in a supervisory capacity and team-based environment; and securing subordinate staff.

Incumbent must be certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR).

Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license during employment.

Must be able to use a firearm and obtain and maintain a license to carry the firearm.

Work is performed in a Correctional Institution. Responds to calls required and as needed to return to duty.

Screening every ten (10) days.

Tour of Duty: Must be flexible to various work hours and assignment locations. 3 shifts: 7am to 4pm, 4pm to 12am, 12am to 7am.

Pay Plan, Series and Grade
: MS-0007-11

Promotion Potential
:
None.

Duration of Appointment
:
Management Supervisory Service (MSS) At-Will:
At-will employment applies to the MSS. All positions and appointments in the MSS serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

MSS At-Will Statement: Positions in the Management Supervisory Service (MSS) serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit
:
This position is not covered under a collective bargaining agreement.

Position Designation: This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and periodic Criminal Background Checks and Traffic Records Checks (as applicable). This position is also subject to mandatory…