Job Opening #523254 Community Safety & Rehabilitation Department | 7740 E Front St

Pay, Schedule & Job Security

Salary: $9,117 – $19,167 per month | Full-time executive leadership role
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | On-call for critical incidents
Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

Why this role matters

This role is responsible for the daily safety, stability, and operational integrity of a correctional facility serving people in custody, staff, and the broader Kansas City community. The Deputy Director of Operations ensures operations run calmly, consistently, and humanely—especially during high-risk situations where leadership and judgment matter most.

What you’ll do

• Lead daily correctional security operations ensuring safe, humane, and legally compliant custody
• Oversee staffing deployment, shift coverage, and post assignments across housing, intake, and transportation
• Direct incident response, investigations, and after-action review for emergencies and use-of-force events
• Ensure perimeter security, internal controls, and life-safety systems are tested and operational
• Partner with healthcare teams on suicide prevention, medical observation, and holding-cell safety
• Coordinate with courts, law enforcement, and partner agencies on bookings and transports

What success looks like

Facilities remain secure and compliant. Incidents are handled calmly and documented clearly. Staff are confident, supervisors are consistent, and emergency response is proactive—not reactive.

Required qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public administration, or related field
8 years of correctional operations experience, including 5 years at a senior command level (Lieutenant or above)
Facility transition or activation experience preferred; Master’s degree and certifications (CCHP, CJM) a plus

Growth, stability & impact

Executive-level authority with real operational ownership. Long-term public service stability. Direct impact on safety, staff morale, and community trust.