Chief of Security

About the role

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. CoreCivic is currently seeking a Chief of Security who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The Chief of Security coordinates and monitors the overall security operations of the facility, ensuring proper staffing levels for all shifts and posts, and maintaining safety and security of staff and inmates. Promotes compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, rules, regulations and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required, preferably in Social or Behavioral Science or a related field
• Four (4) years of correctional work experience, including two (2) years of experience as a Shift Supervisor, Unit Manager and/or CoreCivic department head, or equivalent
• Correctional work experience must include three (3) years supervisory experience of correctional employees
• Additional qualifying full-time correctional supervisory experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis
• Must demonstrate knowledge of correctional custody methods and techniques, pertinent facility rules, regulations and standards, principles and practices of supervision and training
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required
• Valid driver's license required
• Minimum age requirement: must be at least 21 years of age