Bernalillo County

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

FUNCTIONAL AREAS

DEPUTY WARDEN (SECURITY)

• Assume full management responsibility for security operations and inmate services and activities of the assigned area of responsibility. Ensure compliance with MDC policies and procedures, accreditation and court directives to achieve and maintain compliance sustainability.
• Manage the development and implementation of MDC goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned service areas. Assist in developing policy governing the scope and direction of services provided; recommend and administer policies and procedures. Develop and revise standard operating procedures based on ongoing needs assessments.
• Represent MDC to other divisions, departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; coordinate assigned activities with those of other organizations.
• Explain, justify, and defend MDC unit programs, policies, and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Establish appropriate service and staffing levels, monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures, and allocate resources accordingly.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the MDC work plan through subordinate staff; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with key staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships, including hardware and software upgrades and training.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate corrections personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Participate in the development and administration of the department's annual budget; approve forecasts of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budget adjustments as necessary.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in corrections, criminology, social work, or related fields.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Assume the responsibilities of the Warden in their absence.
• Ensure the development, communication, implementation, and training of Bernalillo County’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Authorize its execution and ensure adequate resources are provided to best protect residents, employees, and property within the County’s jurisdiction.
• Monitor staff and inmates to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; enforce offender disciplinary rules.
• Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
• Incumbent(s) in this classification may handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents, or decisions requiring confidentiality of sensitive information.

DEPUTY WARDEN (SUPPORT)

• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive staff training programs covering safety, security, mental health, and emergency response. Coordinate and document mandatory training and certifications.
• Manage the facility’s fleet of vehicles and oversee secure inmate transport logistics. Coordinate with external agencies for inter-facility and external transport.
• Supervise inmate healthcare and mental health services, ensuring adherence to legal standards and quality care. Collaborate with medical and mental health professionals to monitor treatment programs.
• Lead and manage the CERT team, ensuring tactical training, readiness, and appropriate equipment.
• Oversee the Honor Guard and manage ceremonial duties and official functions.
• Manage the K9 unit, ensuring proper training, deployment, and compliance with protocols.
• Oversee facility recruitment processes and strategies. Collaborate with HR, attend recruitment fairs, and promote the facility as an employer of choice.
• Oversee the Peer Support Program; ensure training in crisis intervention and promote staff mental health resilience.
• Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams. Foster communication and collaboration across departments. Provide performance feedback and development opportunities.
• Represent MDC to other divisions, departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; coordinate assigned activities with those of other organizations.
• Explain, justify, and defend MDC unit programs, policies, and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Monitor staff and inmates to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; enforce offender disciplinary rules.
• Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit reports on performance, incidents, and operational efficiency.
• Conduct audits and inspections for quality control and continuous improvement.
• Play a key role in emergency response plans related to health, security, transport, and tactical response.
• Collaborate with security units and law enforcement on threats or breaches. Prepare threat assessment reports.
• Recommend and implement physical security and procedural improvements.
• Provide training to staff on threat recognition and response.
• Ensure development, communication, and training of Bernalillo County’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Authorize its execution and ensure appropriate resource allocation.
• Incumbent(s) in this classification may handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents, or decisions requiring confidentiality of sensitive information.

DEPUTY WARDEN (ADMINISTRATIVE)

• Assume full management responsibility for correctional administrative operations including Office of Professional Standards, PREA, classification, social, and inmate services. Ensure compliance with MDC policies, accreditation standards, applicable laws, and court orders.
• Manage the development and implementation of MDC goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned service areas. Assist in developing policy governing the scope and direction of services provided; recommend and administer policies and procedures. Develop and revise standard operating procedures based on ongoing needs assessments.
• Represent MDC to other divisions, departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; coordinate assigned activities with those of other organizations.
• Explain, justify, and defend MDC unit programs, policies, and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Establish appropriate service and staffing levels, monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures, and allocate resources accordingly.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the MDC work plan through subordinate staff; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with key staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships, including hardware and software upgrades and training.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate staff; coordinate training and development; implement corrective actions and discipline procedures.
• Participate in the development and administration of the department's annual budget; approve forecasts of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budget adjustments as necessary.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay informed on new trends and innovations in corrections, criminology, or social work.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Assume the responsibilities of the Warden in their absence.
• Ensure the development, communication, implementation, and training of Bernalillo County’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Authorize its execution and ensure adequate resources are provided to best protect residents, employees, and property.
• Monitor staff and inmates to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; enforce offender disciplinary rules.
• Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
• Incumbent(s) in this classification may handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents, or decisions requiring confidentiality of sensitive information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Nine (9) years of work experience involving increasing responsibility in the corrections field
• Four (4) years in a management role.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:  

• Successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
• Comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
• Complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.
• Complete required Supervisor classes if applicable.
• Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain a valid license while employed in this position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The majority of essential duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
• Outdoor duties are sometimes required in performance of essential duties and worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while performing outdoor duties.
• Worker may be exposed to intermittent noise and vibration, a variety of fumes and odors, contagious diseases and potentially hostile and dangerous situations.
• Indoor working surface is even and may be carpeted or tiled.
• Indoor surfaces are typically dry and may involve the use of stairs.
• Outdoor surface may be even or uneven and may be wet or dry.
• Outdoor duties may involve the use of stairs or ladders and may be performed on inclines or hills.
• Outdoor surfaces may include natural ground, asphalt, or concrete.
• Will be on call in emergency situations.
• Work hazards include high stress level of job and operating of a vehicle.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

• Equipment typically used to perform administrative duties include the telephone, computer, telefax machine, photocopy machine, pager and two-way radio.
• Utilizes security equipment, restraint equipment, and mace as necessary, and weapons based on assignment.
• Utilizes first aid equipment, oxygen, fire extinguishers and other safety equipment on an as-needed basis.
• Operates a county vehicle as assigned.
• Materials and products typically handled in the performance of administrative duties include a wide variety of forms and paperwork, reports, various writing utensils and a wide assortment of other basic office supplies and materials.