Begin your future now and join the nearly 10,000 associates working daily to make a difference in the lives of at-risk populations. Headquartered in Centerville, Utah, Management and Training Corporation (MTC) provides thousands of individuals with life-changing opportunities through our management of Job Corps Centers and Correctional Facilities. Apply today and find out why MTC is a true Leader in Social Impact! **Position Summary:** Reports to the warden with East Mississippi Correctional Facility in Meridian, MS. Directly supervises the lead instructor, chaplain, case management supervisor, records clerk, substance abuse lead counselor, mental health director, recreation specialist and secretary. Responsible for overall management of education, recreation, religious services, program placement, and substance abuse/mental health programs in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives. This is an onsite position and preference will be given to those residing in Lauderdale County. **Essential Functions:** + Plan, coordinate, and direct the total administrative and programmatic activities of the department. + Provide staff training, evaluate staff performance and implement organizational and personnel changes as approved by the warden and coordinated with the manager, human resources prior to implementation. + Develop departmental budgets; monitor and control expenditures. + Review and recommend changes to budget authorizations. + Develop and implement new and revised policies and procedures affecting programs. + Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with overall facility objectives. + Direct procedures and practices relating to the training, counseling and programmatic scheduling inmates. + Monitor academic and vocational instruction and program components. Oversee library activities. + Monitor staff selection process of potential employees to ensure adherence to all applicable laws, MTC and state regulations, and select qualified applicants to fill vacancies as needed. + Oversee the religious service activities, recreation programs, kitchen department, and laundry department. + Monitor recovery and medical service programs. + Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed. + Provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques. + Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices. + It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management. **Education and Experience Requirements:** + Bachelor’s degree in correctional management, criminal justice, public/business administration, education, counseling or other related field. + Five (5) years correctional experience, three (3) of which must be in a managerial capacity required. + Valid driver’s license in the state of Mississippi with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management. _Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through_ _becca.lemon@mtctrains.com_ _or 801-693-2600._ Learn more about Management & Training Corporation here (https://www.mtctrains.com/)