JOB SUMMARY
This position is located in the DC Department of Corrections (DOC). The Deputy Warden provides oversight for planning, organizing, leading, directing and controlling of major programs such as security, rehabilitation, compliance, support services, and operations in the DOC. This position functions as a member of the facility's management team. Decision making is mission critical and has substantial impact to the overall risk reduction and risk control operations for the department and the citizens of Washington, DC.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administers service provisions related to the safe, secure and sanitary housing, as well as correctional programs and services for inmates 24/7. Participates in policy leadership discussions to ensure achievement of the Department's goals and objectives; and provides clear and concise instructions to staff for achievement of the agency's goals and objectives. Oversees the direction, deployment and post coverage for the entire Correctional Officer workforce, through the rank of Major, and clerical support for administrative processes, and security management.
Responsible for the development of programs that will ensure consistent implementation of the Department's continuum of required services. Establishes effective community relations and ensures appropriate information sharing regarding the mission and goals of the agency. Manages and oversees the direction, execution, deployment, training and monitoring of staff, which includes but is not limited to adjustment board, mailroom, commissary, environmental services, supply management, clothing issuances. Coordinates through the Center for Professional Development and Learning (CPDL) relevant training for employees assigned to the facility including orientation, preservice, in service and specialized training programs.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
The incumbent must have demonstrated the ability to perform supervisory or administrative duties successfully. This includes (1) understanding the problems of custody, treatment, training, and release of inmates of penal or correctional institutions; (2) a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of an institution's internal policies, programs, regulations, and procedures; and (3) training subordinates, coordinating and directing activities and functions, evaluating performance of operations and the effectiveness of programs, and maintaining high standards or work objectives.
AND
Specialized Experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work 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.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Incumbent must be certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR).
Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver's license during employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIORNMENT
Work is performed in a Correctional Institution. Ability to provide leadership and direction in a supervisory capacity and team-based environment. Ability to work under tight time constraints/pressure related to facility operations. Work is often accomplished under conditions of great stress and limited time for the applications of guides in the decision, making process. Incumbent is subject to twenty-four (24) hour call back or return to duty.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS
Tour of Duty: Flexibility in work schedule may be required. Twenty-four (24) hours response time and/or return to duty may be required and assignment locations.
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: MS-
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential
Duration of Appointment: At-will employment. 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.
Collective Bargaining: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining agreement.
Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to chapter 4 of the DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability-Safety Sensitive.
TB test will be required prior to entry on duty.
Essential Position Designation: This position has been designated as Essential employee position under the provisions of District Personnel Manual, Chapter 12.
Residency Requirement: Applicants claiming Residency Preference will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.
If the position you are applying for is the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap or political affiliation.
