Assistant Warden/Assistant Facility Director - Notional

Description

• Support department heads in staffing, training, and performance management.
• Assist in preparing reports for ICE and corporate leadership.
• Promote humane treatment and uphold facility policies.
• Lead shift briefings and ensure continuity of operations across all teams.
• Meet the requirements of the contract for all immunizations.
• Track key performance indicators and recommend improvements.
• Ensure detainees receive appropriate services including medical care, legal access, and recreation.
• Assist in managing daily facility operations including housing, intake, medical, food services, and transportation.
• Collaborate with legal, HR, and logistics teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Serve as acting Warden during absences or transitions.
• Support investigations and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Represent the facility in meetings with ICE officials, contractors, and community stakeholders.
• Coordinate inspections, audits, and accreditation processes.
• May involve extended hours, weekend shifts, and on-call duties.
• Monitor compliance with ICE Performance-Based National Detention Standards (PBNDS).
• Review and respond to detainee grievances and incident reports.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, safety, and ethical conduct.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain favorable background investigations
• Hold an accredited bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline or have a minimum of three years of related industry experience
• Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, be organized and have excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to travel
• Must be proficient with computers, common office equipment, and MS Office suite.
• Strong knowledge of ICE detention protocols and federal regulations.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other relevant languages) preferred.
• Certified Correctional Executive (CCE)
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident, Resided in the US for 3 years in the past 5 years.
• Proven leadership and crisis management skills.
• On-call availability for emergencies and inspections.
• Has undergone a federal investigation at the level of Tier 2 or higher; has been granted favorable suitability/eligibility and has not had a break in service for more than 24 months.
• Have at least five years experience in correctional, detention, or law enforcement facility management
• The official holding this position, even in an acting capacity, shall meet ACA requirements.
• Must be proficient in English; able to receive and understand detailed information through oral and written communication.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Requires physical presence and mobility throughout the facility.
• CPR/First Aid certification
• ACA or NCCHC accreditation experience
• DHS or ICE experience
• FEMA ICS/NIMS training

Benefits

• Position contingent upon successful contract award.
• High-security detention setting with exposure to sensitive situations.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance