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*Position contingent upon successful contract award.

Location

TBD

Clearance Level

T2 – Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT)

Primary Function

The Assistant Facility Administrator plays a critical leadership role in supporting the overall management of adetention facility. This position ensures operational excellence across departments, promotes staff accountability, and upholds federal standards for detainee care and facility security. The Assistant Facility Administrator acts as second-in-command and may assume full leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Facility Administrator.

All services shall be provided in accordance with established standards, principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which Acuity International is recognized. Actively support and uphold the Company’s stated vision, mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

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

Job Requirements

Hold an accredited bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline or have a minimum of three years of related industry experience.
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.
Strong knowledge of detention protocols and federal regulations.
Proven leadership and crisis management skills.
Must be proficient in English; able to receive and understand detailed information through oral and written communication.
Must be proficient with computers, common office equipment, and MS Office suite.
Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, be organized, and have excellent verbal and communication skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain necessary clearances and credentials required for access to detention facilities.
Ability to obtain and maintain favorable background investigations.
Meet the requirements of the contract for all immunizations.
Must be a U.S. citizen or a person lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence, and must have resided in the United States for the last five years. Time spent abroad on official U.S. Government duty does not interrupt this period.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must complete all required training.
Ability to adapt to sudden changes and flexibility in work requirements to include potential shift changes based on operational needs and/or command priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual (English/Spanish or other relevant languages) preferred
Certified Correctional Executive (CCE)
FEMA ICS/NIMS training
CPR/First Aid certification
ACA or NCCHC accreditation experience
Detention center experience
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
Ability to travel

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

Work is performed in a secure detention facility.
May require evening, weekend, or on-call hours.
Exposure to emotionally challenging situations.
Requires physical presence and mobility throughout the facility.
Participate in drills and emergency responses as assigned.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

For OFCCP compliance, the taxable entity associated with this job posting is:

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