Detention Program Director

Position #20011304

About the role

The Detention Program Director is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of a detention program. They develop and implement policies and procedures, ensure compliance with regulations and standards, community outreach, strategic planning, program development, supervise staff members, and maintain a safe and secure environment for detainees. They also collaborate with external agencies and stakeholders, provide leadership and guidance, and work towards the rehabilitation and successful reintegration of detainees into society. Additionally, the director represents Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) at multiple levels of government, business, and the non-profit community. Regular and dependable attendance is expected of all Sheriff’s Office Employees.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Detention Program Assistant Director, Detention Program Manager(s)/Specialists, Chaplains, administrative support staff, and contract staff.
• Provide general oversight to the daily operations of Detention Programs.
• Program development and expansion of services to the Detention Programs.
• Develop and manage contracts, budgets, grants, MOU’s and other financial and legal documents as required.
• Supervise staff.
• Liaison with community organizations, government and non-profit(s), in the human services arena.
• Customer Service and Crisis Management.
• Oversight of quality behavioral health services integrated into the program’s continuum.
• Inter/intra agency communication and operations.
• Knowledge and understanding of role of incarceration, including methods, models and philosophies.
• Working knowledge and understanding of local, state and federal standards, regulations and guidelines regarding rights of residents incarcerated in jails and detention facilities.
• Broad knowledge of human service resources and working relationships at management level.
• Knowledge of research methodologies, best practices in human service/education.
• Make assignments to various staff to fulfill a request or business imperative.
• Motivate and manage staff and monitor job performance and provide feedback regarding performance and expectations.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years in Organizational Management, Human Services or Public Health Coordination.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Project Management, or a related field.

Qualifications

• Preferred: A master's degree in criminal justice, Project management, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in management.
• Experience in Corrections and Detention, Project Management, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Mental Health, Substance Use, Trauma, Rehabilitation services.

Pay

Salary Range: $82,435 - $103,043. This is a salary exempt position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity, including an assessment of the applicant's salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.