Facility Administrator - Notional at Acuity-CHS, LLC — Cape Canaveral, FL

*Position dependent upon successful contract award.

Location

TBD

Clearance Level

T2 – Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT)

Primary Function

The Facility Administrator is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and operational integrity of a detention facility. This role ensures compliance with federal standards, contractual obligations, and ethical practices in the care, custody, and control of detainees. The Facility Administrator fosters a culture of safety, accountability, and respect while managing multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with government stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct all daily operations including security, housing, medical, food services, and transportation.
• Ensure compliance with Performance-Based National Detention Standards (PBNDS) and National Detention Standards (NDS) 2025.
• Supervise department heads and oversee staffing, training, and performance evaluations.
• Promote a professional, ethical, and inclusive workplace culture.
• Lead emergency response planning and drills.
• Ensure humane treatment and access to legal, medical, and recreational services.
• Respond to grievances and coordinate with officers on detainee concerns.
• Monitor population trends and ensure appropriate housing assignments.
• Prepare and submit operational reports to government stakeholders and corporate leadership.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as primary liaison with government officials, legal representatives, and community partners.
• Represent the facility in public forums and media inquiries as needed.
• Oversee adherence to contractual KPIs and budgetary controls.

Job Requirements

• Hold an accredited bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline, or significant military or corrections experience of a minimum of 15 years.
• The degree requirement may be satisfied by completion of a career development program that includes work related experience, training, or college credits at a level of achievement equivalent to the bachelor’s degree.
• Have at least five years of related administrative experience, and have knowledge of program objectives, policies, procedures, and requirements for managing a secure detention/correctional facility.
• The official holding this position, even in an acting capacity, shall meet ACA requirements.
• Strong knowledge of detention protocols and federal regulations.
• 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 permanent resident, resided in the U.S. for 3 years in the past 5 years.
• 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.
• Must be available and accessible by mobile phone 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.

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

• 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-CHS, LLC