SHIFT SUPERVISOR

Benefits Information Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(k) Matching Health Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Health Savings Account Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount Reduced Tuition Rates Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Pet Insurance Dental Insurance Paid Training Flexible Spending Account Other Benefits Available Equal Opportunity Employer Overview GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state‑of‑the‑art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence‑based rehabilitation to the post‑release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost‑effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Responsibilities Summary: The Shift Supervisor supervises security/control activities and staff in an assigned area, which provides for maximum facility coordination in inmate/detainee supervision and safety, in addition to the preparation of required records and reports. The Shift Supervisor assists in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and regulations for custody, security and/or treatment of detainees/inmates. Responds to major unusual occurrences. Facilitates prompt and appropriate assistance to detainees/inmates in the event of injury, illness or emotional trauma. The Shift Supervisor promotes an atmosphere conducive to personality and character development of detainees/inmates and staff through the encouragement of favorable behavior patterns, arrangement of physical facilities, and influencing relationships among detainees/inmates. Directs the work of other employees. This includes the selection, hiring, evaluating job performance, employee training/development, promoting and any disciplinary action, including termination. The Shift Supervisor makes assignments, reviews post orders and assures that all procedures including emergency procedures are in place and staff is trained in proper implementation. Reviews disciplinary matters concerning both staff and detainees. The Shift Supervisor reviews staff effectiveness and conducts frequent physical inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Gives primary guidance on situational problems; making referrals for more complex problems. The Shift Supervisor prepares records and reports as assigned by management. Maintains daily logs as required. Responsible for attaining facility goals/objectives and ensuring compliance with all rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures for security operations. The Shift Supervisor directs work, provides training and performs inspections of work performed by detainee/inmate staff. May provide detainee supervision and security in other areas as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or GED certification required. Minimum of nineteen (19) years of age. Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a detention officer and two (2) years of successful experience in field supervision (e.g., civilian community law enforcement, commercial or industrial guard service, or security service supervisory positions.). The two (2) year requirement may be satisfied by completion of a career development program that includes work‑related experience, training, or college credits at a level of achievement equivalent to the basic requirement, as practiced in the federal hiring process. College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred. Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees/inmates and staff and be committed to the objectives of the facility, and possess a high tolerance to mental stress. #J-18808-Ljbffr GEO Corrections & Detentions