Warden

Job Posting Title

Warden

Agency

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Supervisory Organization

DOC Institutional Operations

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$97,485.57

Job Description

Basic Purpose:

Positions in this job are responsible for the administration, direction, and management of the operational and administrative functions and activities for a correctional facility for the Oklahoma Department of Corrections.

 

Typical Functions:

·         Responsible for the overall operational, management and administrative functions of a facility which includes programmatic services and activities provided to incarcerated individuals, such as correctional industries and agri-services, building and grounds maintenance, and agency business processes, such as budget and human resources.

·         Develops and administers the facility’s budget, staff, physical resources, and other administrative functions in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, policies and guidelines.

·         Provides operational oversight to ensure all security, administrative and programmatic functions are carried out effectively, efficiently and in accordance with all applicable polices and guidelines.

·         Responsible for the interpretation and application of laws, rules and regulations pertaining to operation of a facility.

·         Serves on committees regarding a variety of department-related operations.

·         Serves as a public relations contact for the facility as required.

 

Level Descriptor:

At this level, incumbents serve as Warden for a large correctional facility, performing all required duties and functions at an advanced level.

 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level includes knowledge of current concepts and theories in the administration of prisons; the physiological and

psychological needs of incarcerated persons and staff; and internal and external programs and resources available for incarcerated persons and staff.

 

Skill required at this level includes skill in mentoring and coaching staff to fulfill the mission of the facility; in building diverse teams; and defining and applying discipline.

 

Ability required at this level includes ability to ensure a safe and secure environment; to delegate tasks and assignments appropriately; and to remain composed and in control during times of emergency.

 

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of professional-level work experience in corrections for a government or private corrections agency, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Special Requirements:

Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and retain a valid driver’s license while assigned to this job.

 

Business-related overnight travel is required in the performance of this job.

Additional Job Description:

Oklahoma State Penitentiary

This position supervises Oklahoma State Penitentiary and Jackie Brannon Correctional Center.

This is not a remote position.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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