Running a Small Jail Doesn't Mean Having Small Problems

CC Pro — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 20:20:00 GMT

When you're the administrator of a small jail, you wear many hats. One moment you're testifying before your governing board/council, and the next, you're literally putting out fires. Along with directing overall operations, the small jail administrator can be tasked with developing policies/procedures, conducting staff training and processing arrestees. The NIC Jails Division recognizes the multiple roles the small jail administrator plays and has developed training specific to their circumstances. Just some of the topics covered in this 36-hour program are: liability issues, staffing needs and management of inmate behavior. If you are interested in assessing your facility and developing plans to improve operations - this is training is tailor-made for you.

Administering the Small Jail - Program: 08J2801

NIC Releases Sheriff's Guide to Effective Jail Operation

Sandy Schilling — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 23:11:00 GMT

The Sheriff's Guide to Effective Jail Operations is now available from the National Institute of Corrections. Authors Mark D. Martin and Paul Katsampes highlight the types of support and leadership that the sheriff should provide to enable jail administrators to effectively manage the jail and includes other information to help the sheriff address jail problems, manage liability issues, and improve operations. Review checklists are included throughout the guide to help the reader assess the status or performance of his/her own jail. The guide concludes with a chapter outlining the steps a new sheriff may take during the first few months in office to learn about his/her jail and identify potential problem areas.

Chapters address:

Role, Purpose, and Characteristics of the Jail
Sheriff's Roles and Responsibilities
Providing Effective Leadership and Support for the Jail
Liability and Standards
Jail Physical Plant
Critical Aspects of Jail Operations
So Much More to Learn...Where Do I Begin?

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Running a Small Jail Doesn't Mean Having Small Problems

NIC Releases Sheriff's Guide to Effective Jail Operation