RoleUnder general direction, performs supervisory and leadership duties for Inmate Services Programs.
Major Duties, Responsibilities- Recruits, trains, and ensures staff are qualified to perform job functions; provides supervision and support to staff; develops performance evaluations.
- Oversees contracted services, data collection, and reporting requirements and ensures programs comply with Federal, State, and County guidelines.
- Manages Inmate Services programs to include educational and substance abuse treatment services and Reach Out Initiatives focused on mental health.
- Works directly with inmates to ensure Inmate Services Programs are being delivered and makes program improvements.
- Collaborates with third-parties, diverse court personnel, and other criminal justice and behavioral health partners.
- Conducts team meetings and participates in the planning of department meetings.
- Creates, reviews, and recommends policies, procedures, and protocol implementation to include quality control.
- Oversees applications and implementation of program grants.
- Creates and maintains the Inmate Services Division filing system.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science, Behavioral Health, Criminal Justice, or related field.
Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a detention or corrections setting, behavioral health intervention, multi-disciplinary coordination, or a related field.
An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year per year basis.
Additional Requirements:Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
All persons applying for employment with the Sheriff’s Office shall be required to meet the following general qualifications: integrity, honesty, dependability, industry thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, and courtesy.
All persons will be required to complete a thorough background investigation to include, but not limited to polygraph, psychological, and physical fitness test.
All persons must successfully complete a minimum six (6) month probation period.
Other SkillsRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:- Applicable federal, state, and county guidelines.
- Yavapai County services and resources.
- Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
- Clerical, office practices and procedures.
- Research techniques and report writing.
- Current MS office software.
- Filing and recordkeeping.
Skill in:- Program development and management.
- Supervision and training.
- Conflict resolution, problem-solving, and mediation practices.
- Persuasive and motivational communications.
- Grant coordination.
- Communication and supervisory skills
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing and communicate orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
- Well-organized and detail oriented.
Ability to:- Perform duties at both the Camp Verde and the Prescott detention facilities.
- Exercise good judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with utmost discretion.
- Be cognitive of the diverse nature of the population and reflect inclusiveness in behaviors, communications, and in programs and processes.
- Protect the privacy of personal health information as defined in state and federal law.
- Respond flexibly to unexpected demands and work in an intense environment.
- Effectively work in a multi-task environment, prioritizing tasks properly, and completing tasks/projects in a timely manner.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
- Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
- Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
- Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
- Work professionally and effectively with co-workers, clients, victims of crime, witnesses, and the general public.
- Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy
Work Environment: The work environment is associated with an office and/or a detainment facility and includes exposure to loud noise, bloodborne pathogens, dust, fumes, and chemicals. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.
Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
Additional Job Information:FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 15
Classification: At-Will
Safety Sensitive: No
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSYavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
Click here to view our benefits summary.Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2025 5:00 PM Arizona