Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the post of DIRECTOR OF CORRECTION (BORDELAIS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY), DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS AND NATIONAL SECURITY.

A.   RESPONSIBILITIES AND RELATIONSHIPS

1. To provide direction and leadership in the development and implementation of social adjustment and rehabilitation programmes for inmates at the Bordelais Correctional Facility, through the supervision of intake and discharge activities, maintenance of effective security measures and establishment of monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to determine the impact of programme objectives, in support of national crime reduction strategies. 
2. To manage staff and resources to ensure work programmes are implemented in accordance with legislative and administrative requirements and established penological principles, standards and practices.
3. Responds to the Minister as required and liaises with social, educational, law enforcement and private organisations on matters relating to work in progress.
4. Reports to the Permanent Secretary, Department of Home Affairs and National Security.
5. Supervises the Deputy Director of Correction.

B.   DUTIES AND TASKS

1. Prepares the work programme of the Bordelais Correctional Facility, through strategic planning, consultation with stakeholders and team members, review of key evidence-based reports/documentation and provision of expert technical advice, to ensure that targets, milestones and deadlines are met within the budget cycle.
2. Leads and manages assigned staff through target setting, continuous dialogue, mentoring, coaching and assessment of individual staff performance to ensure effective performance management.   
3. Manages the operations of the facility by supervising inmate intake, classification and custody; maintaining effective security and monitoring of inmate activities; ensuring inmates are produced in court as required; enforcing visitation and other procedures; and facilitating the discharge of inmates, to promote the administration of correctional programmes in accordance with penological principles, standards and best practices.          
4. Ensures the supervision of inmates by directing roll call, inmate movements and patrols; deploying staff in a manner that optimises personal safety of correctional officers and inmates; providing advice on search and seizure exercises; authorising disciplinary measures such as segregation; and monitoring adherence to the standing orders, to enable the effective execution of the day-to-day operations of the facility. 
5. Participates in the adjudication of complaints or grievances and probes breaches/infringements, through the application of investigative and other techniques towards recommending or instituting appropriate action to resolve routine and atypical issues; and promoting adherence to the standing orders, to foster a safe and secure environment for correctional officers, inmates and visitors.
6. Collaborates with public and private organisations and team members in the design of specialised social adjustment and rehabilitation programmes for inmates in custody or the field, work release and pre-release by pursuing opportunities for the development of life skills and educational/vocational goals, to support the reclamation of offenders.
7. Directs the conduct of physical inspections/audits of systems, procedures and conditions within the facility by assessing the application of established standards, ensuring that staff are properly equipped for work assignments, preparing relevant reports to document incidents/deficits and implementing approved corrective measures, to foster an enabling environment for an effective corrections system.
8. Ensures the maintenance of updated client records in accordance with established practices, to facilitate case management and the preparation of requisite reports to support the analysis of information on demographics, recidivism/reconviction patterns, crime trends and effectiveness of correction strategies; inform crime prevention strategies; and foster accountability and transparency. 
9. Coordinates risk assessment and crisis management exercises by undertaking environmental scanning and specialised investigations to recommend contingency plans for routine and critical incidents; conducting research and analysis; fostering stakeholder consultation in accordance with established measures; and overseeing the coordination of emergency response plans, to advance interventions that maintain effective security levels and general order within the facility.
10. Oversees facility management activities by reviewing inspection reports, engaging in continuous dialogue with team members and stakeholders, assessing functionality of equipment and proficiency of staff and advancing preventative maintenance strategies, to promote operational efficiency and effective safety and health practices.
11. Develops, implements and monitors the budget for the facility by collaborating with the Budget and Finance Unit and attending budget planning meetings to enable access to funds for programme implementation, to ensure the effective use of resources and to facilitate early detection and management of budget variations.
12. Facilitates the procurement of goods and services by consulting with the Budget and Finance Unit, assessing and approving requisitions for supplies from the Government storeroom and external suppliers as authorised, to ensure availability of resources for the effective execution of duties.
13. Establishes linkages with relevant local, regional and international stakeholders through collaboration and networking, to enable information sharing, knowledge transfer and the identification of requisite resources to fulfill the mandate of the facility.
14. Represents the Ministry and Government of Saint Lucia on boards/committees, at meetings and conferences at the local, regional and international levels to articulate Government’s policy position and foster networking and alliances.
15. Identifies and designs training and learning programmes for staff of the facility by conducting research and developing proposals to secure training/learning opportunities and/or technical assistance to enable continuous learning and to build an effective and highly motivated team.
16. Assists with the formulation/review of legislation, regulations, policies and procedures relating to the functions of the facility, to establish codes of conduct that guide the activities of corrective services and inmates, to ensure compliance and consistency in the application thereof.
17. Prepares progress reports outlining achievements and challenges to keep policymakers and stakeholders informed, facilitate assessment of the department’s performance and decision-making, to contribute to the compilation of the department’s annual report.
18. Performs any other job-related duties as may be assigned.

C.   CONDITIONS

1. Congenial accommodation is provided within a general administrative office.
2. Institutional support is provided through the Constitution of Saint Lucia, Civil Service rules and regulations, Estimates of Expenditure and Revenue, Finance (Administration) Act, Correctional Services Act 2003 and other relevant regulations and policy documents.
3. The officer must avail himself/herself for personal development and career development opportunities. 
4. Required to exercise a high degree of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism in the conduct of duties.
5. May be required to work beyond the normal working hours.
6. May be required to travel regionally and internationally in the conduct of duties.
7. Required to remain current on developments in Criminal Justice and Administration of Justice.
8. Required to demonstrate political acuity.
9. Functions in a scheduled travelling post with travel allowance in accordance with that stipulated in the terms and conditions of employment.
10. Required to own and maintain a motor vehicle for the proper performance of duties and to possess a valid driver's licence.
11. May be exposed to possible volatile situations.
12. Salary and benefits are in accordance with that stipulated in the terms and conditions of employment.

D.  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Expert knowledge of the machinery of government and the ability to interpret and apply its administrative policies and procedures.
2. Expert knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply the Constitution of Saint Lucia, Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, Finance (Administration) Act and other relevant regulations and policy documents.
3. Expert knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply the Correctional Services Act 2003.
4. Expert knowledge of, and ability to apply penological, rehabilitation, restorative justice and criminal justice system principles, standards and practices, including correctional education, classification methods and techniques.
5. Expert leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate staff.
6. Expert analytical and conceptualisation skills.
7. Expert interpersonal skills with the ability to display emotional intelligence.
8. Expert organisational and project management skills.
9. Expert negotiation and mediation skills.
10. Expert oral and written communication and listening skills.
11. Advanced research, data collection and data analysis skills.
12. Advanced computer literacy skills; with the ability to manipulate software applications such as word processing, databases, spreadsheets, presentation programmes and a correctional service management system.
13. Ability to exercise a high level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism in the conduct of duties.
14. Ability to manage time in a fast paced environment, meet deadlines and remain calm under intense pressure. 
15. Ability to effectively develop and maintain working relationships with team members and other stakeholders. 
16. Intellectually agile, visionary, innovative and capable of translating ideas into policies.

E.   EVALUATION METHOD

1. Demonstrated knowledge of the machinery of government and the ability to interpret and apply its administrative policies and procedures.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply the Constitution of Saint Lucia, Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, Finance (Administration) Act and other relevant regulations and policy documents.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply the Correctional Services Act 2003.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to apply penological, rehabilitation, restorative justice and criminal justice system principles, standards and practices.
5. Demonstrated application of knowledge and/or technical expertise relevant to the job, and quality of advice provided.
6. Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail and effectiveness of work completed.
7. Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities.
8. Demonstrated ability to strategically address issues to make logical conclusions, recommendations and solutions.
9. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
10. Demonstrated negotiation and mediation skills.
11. Demonstrated effectiveness of oral and written communication and listening skills.
12. Demonstrated computer literacy skills.
13. Demonstrated ability to maintain integrity, confidentiality and professionalism in the conduct of duties.
14. Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative, judgment, tact and diplomacy in the execution of duties.
15. Demonstrated ability to manage time in a fast paced environment, meet deadlines and remain calm under intense pressure. 
16. Demonstrated ability to be intellectually agile, visionary and innovative.
17. Demonstrated ability to provide direction and leadership in the development and implementation of social adjustment and rehabilitation programmes. 
18. Demonstrated ability to provide direction and leadership in the maintenance of effective security measures, in accordance with standing orders. 
19. Demonstrated acceptance of responsibilities and authority of the post and ability to take effective decisions.
20. Demonstrated ability to complete assignments and tasks as defined by performance targets.

F.   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1. Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Administration of Justice, Correction Administration or a related field plus four (4) years’ Civil Service experience in a post at Grade 15 or above; or at least four (4) years’ relevant professional experience.  

OR

2. Bachelor’s Degree plus Postgraduate Diploma in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Administration of Justice, Correction Administration or related field plus four (4) years’ experience in a post at Grade 15 or above; or at least four (4) years’ relevant professional experience. 

G.   SALARY

Salary is at the rate of EC$103,194 per annum (Grade 19).

Applications should be made on the prescribed Government of Saint Lucia Employment Application Form, and should be addressed to:

To reach her no later than May 31, 2019.

Only suitable candidates will be acknowledged.

Please be advised that candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and experience may not be considered for an interview; only the candidates with the best qualifications and experience will be short listed for interviews.