MDC Classification Supervisor

49,733.00 - 62,171.00 - 76,731.00 USD Annual

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supervise and responsible for the oversight of the initial assessment and classification process of individuals who have been taken into custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center.
2. Coordinate the organization, staffing, and operational activities for assigned case management services including monitoring that services are being provided.
3. Direct, coordinate, train, audit and review the work of staff and other personnel.
4. Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; implement resulting changes in policies and procedures.
5. Prepare schedule for classification review and the review of classification assignments.
6. Ensure appropriate recordkeeping and tracking of classification information on inmates transferred from other institutions.
7. Coordinate classification activities with those of other divisions and outside agencies and organizations.
8. Select, train, motivate and evaluate personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
9. Respond to and work toward the resolution of difficult staff or inmate inquiries and complaints.
10. Participate on a variety of committees, professional group meetings, and present and prepare staff reports.
11. Assist in monitoring security of inmates to ensure security precautions.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

*The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED, and six (6) years of work experience in criminal justice, social work, counseling, inmate classification, or related field. Any equivalent combination related to education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

1. Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
2. Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
3. Employee must possess a valid New Mexico driver's license by employment date and retain a valid NM driver's license while employed in this position.
4. Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
5. Employee must complete required Supervisor classes if applicable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. The majority of essential duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
2. Outdoor duties are sometimes required in performance of essential duties and worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while performing outdoor duties.
3. Worker may be exposed to intermittent noise and vibration, a variety of fumes and odors, contagious diseases and potentially hostile and dangerous situations.
4. Indoor working surface is even and may be carpeted or tiled.
5. Indoor surfaces are typically dry and may involve the use of stairs.
6. Outdoor surface may be even or uneven and may be wet or dry.
7. Outdoor duties may involve the use of stairs or ladders and may be performed on inclines or hills.
8. Outdoor surfaces may include natural ground, asphalt, or concrete.
9. Work hazards or potential work hazards include those of a correctional facility environment with exposure to noise and dangerous situations that could involve serious bodily injury and other health hazards.
10. Employee may be required to work a flexible schedule.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND MATERIALS

1. Equipment typically used to perform administrative duties includes the telephone, computer, telefax machine, typewriter, photocopy machine, and pager.
2. Worker may handle first aid and oxygen equipment on an occasional basis.
3. Materials and products typically handled in the performance of administrative duties include a wide variety of forms and paperwork, reports, various writing utensils and a wide assortment of other basic office supplies and materials.