Job Description

Are you looking for a Challenge?Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a Prison Warden / Facility Director  to lead the operations of a short-term detention facility at Fort Bliss, Texas.

I've never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Prison Warden / Facility Director at Terrestris do?

As the Prison Warden / Facility Director, you will be overseeing all aspects of facility management including security, personnel, equipment, and daily operations. This high-impact role supports the Army and other government agencies' operations and is responsible for the care, custody, and oversight of more than 5,000 detainees.

What does a typical day look like for the Prison Warden / Facility Director?

You will:

• Lead all administrative, security, and treatment operations of the detention facility.
• Set strategic goals, develop long-range plans, and oversee implementation.
• Maintain strong working relationships with Army and ICE leadership, clients, and community stakeholders.
• Establish, interpret, and enforce policies and procedures to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Direct and oversee all personnel functions: hiring, training, evaluation, and discipline.
• Conduct routine health, safety, and emergency preparedness inspections.
• Monitor and enforce facility compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Analyze operational reports, budgets, and proposals to support sound fiscal and policy decisions.
• Ensure 24/7 readiness and responsiveness to incidents and emergencies.
• Maintain compliance with ACA Performance-Based National Detention Standards.

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the professional we're looking for if you have:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent career development program/training and 15+ years of military or corrections experience.
• A Minimum 10 years of experience in corrections or a related field, with at least 5 years at the mid-management or administrative level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of correctional facility management, including program design, personnel oversight, and legal compliance.
• Ability to meet ACA accreditation standards (including acting or interim appointments).
• Proven ability to lead and inspire teams in high-stakes, high-responsibility environments.
• Ability to pass DHS background check, including criminal, employment, DMV, and credit history.

We are  extra impressed by folks with:

• Knowledge of Performance-Based National Detention Standards (PBNDS)
• Knowledge of ACA Local Detention Standards

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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