Today's Jails : jail administrators

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

Challenges in the Jail Business

Sandy Schilling — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 13:53:00 GMT

The Center for Innovative Public Policies in partnership with the National Institute of Corrections and Bureau of Justice Assistance brought focus groups of forty-five sheriff's and jail administrators together to discuss these challenges. It should come as no surprise that the number one issue identified was workforce (recruitment, hiring, retention, training, and succession planning). See if their top ten list matches your own in "Jail Leaders Speak: Current and Future Challenges to Jail Administration and Operations."

Jail Administrators' Forum

Sandy Schilling — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 20:33:00 GMT

The Jail Administrators' Forum is now a reality! This private forum is for jail administrators, of any size facility, across the country. Network with your colleagues across the country. Ask for help and assistance on any topic area. Share your knowledge with your peers. I'll be the moderator for this forum and I'm looking forward to your discussions.

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