Facility Director
Core
Lead operations at a federal detention facility, overseeing secure custody, medical care, programming, and compliance with national detention standards.
Role type
Senior IC facility director (correctional operations)
Builds
Secure detention operations and detainee services
Domain
Government services / Correctional facilities
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
facility startup and closeout management, multidisciplinary team leadership, subcontractor supervision, emergency preparedness planning, budget and resource allocation, regulatory compliance enforcement, incident investigation, stakeholder liaison
Preferred skills
advanced facilities management certification, remote/high-volume facility experience, federal contract management, bilingual communication, records management, financial oversight, crisis management
Technologies
NDS 2025, PBNDS 2016, CBP Hold requirements
Responsibilities
Coordinate facility startup and activation; Ensure adherence to National Detention Standards and federal regulations; Direct secure custody and care of detainees; Oversee daily operations across all contract Statement of Objectives; Supervise subcontractors to ensure compliance; Manage facility maintenance and repairs; Conduct audits and inspections; Investigate incidents and enforce disciplinary measures; Serve as primary liaison with government personnel and inspectors; Lead facility closeout activities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
