Unit Team Manager

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: July 10, 2026 Required documents uploaded by: July 11, 2026

Agency Information:

Ellsworth Correctional Facility, 1607 State Street, Ellsworth

KS 67439

About the Position Who can apply: Those who meet the minimum qualifications

Classified/Unclassified Service:

Classified Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Regular/Temporary:

Regular Work Schedule:

Mondays through Fridays, 7:30AM

• 4PM Eligible to

Receive Benefits:

Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible:

Yes Compensation:

Grade 35, Step 10, $72,300.80/annually; $34.76/hour Offered salary will be determined by experience, qualifications, and skill set that the candidate brings to the position. Please contact Recruitment Coordinator for further details. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities This position is responsible for supervising the effective delivery of services to residents in the assigned housing unit(s) and to ensure that the overall unit is maintained in a safe, secure, and humane manner. The Unit Team Manager is expected to ensure that Internal Management Policy and Procedure, Facility General Orders, Kansas Administrative Regulations, Kansas Statutes Annotated, Custody Classification Manual, and other administrative rules and regulations are followed in the delivery of services. The unit team responsibilities involve evaluating risk factors in order to make decisions regarding facility/cell or work assignments, referrals to services, and the level/type of supervision, and to develop comprehensive release plans for residents who are within one year of release. The work of this position requires ongoing proactive communications and interaction with staff, residents, community partners, and residents' family that will ensure an organizational culture that supports the attainment of reduced negative behaviors by offenders. Job Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of unit team staff comprised of uniformed and non-uniformed staff assigned to the living unit, which includes but is not limited to: Athena chronological and data entries, incentive level, visiting applications, good time awards, use of the Level of Services Inventory

• Revised (LSCMI), custody classification, inmate reviews, transfer requests, and program assignment.

Ensure that a case management/risk reduction philosophy is employed and that security related functions and other operational elements are performed that support the policies, procedures, and mission of the Kansas Department of Corrections. Utilizes both informal feedback and employee annual reviews to provide a measure to staff regarding their work performance strengths and areas needing improvement. Reviews reentry plans submitted by counselors to ensure that each plan addresses criminogenic need areas. Ensures that risk reduction, reentry, case management and release planning efforts are coordinated and that release planning is incorporated into all aspects of case management. In addition, oversees the quality and content of release planning efforts. Works closely with all areas of operation in the facility and with Parole and Reentry staff in the community; and engaged in ongoing review of the release planning process to ensure it is well coordinated. Oversees the release planning process, supports that effort, and participates in that work as needed. Obtains and maintains certification in Level of Services Inventory

• Revised (LSCMI) and any other designated assessment tools.

Conducts LSCMI interviews and makes accurate documentation and scoring entries. Demonstrates knowledge of evidenced-based practices in corrections and proficiency in risk reduction skills including motivational interviewing and cognitive strategies. Provides assistance, direction, and case management guidance to unit team counselors and serves as a role model in the use of risk reduction and risk containment techniques. Makes decisions regarding internal classification, custody classification, referrals to jobs, programs and services, and to assist in the development comprehensive release plans for residents based on an assessment of inmate risk factors. Meets regularly with administrative staff and unit team staff to disseminate relevant information and discuss issues and solutions. Encourages staff to make suggestions for resource allocation and process re-engineering. Provides feedback to Classification Administrator regarding the policies and procedures of both the facility and Department of Corrections and the resources needed to meet the goals and objectives that have been developed for the team. A full Position Description and required Essential/Event Driven Physical Functions for this classification can be obtained by contacting the recruiter listed below.

Qualifications Education :

Bachelor's degree with major coursework in criminal justice, the social sciences or the behavioral sciences.

Licensing & Certification :

Valid driver's license

Minimum Qualifications :

Four years direct experience in criminal justice; the social sciences, or the behavioral sciences and two years of experience working with offenders, parole, or law enforcement. Additional experience may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.

Recruiter Contact Information Name :

Christine Orr Email :

christine.orr@ks.gov

Phone :

785-472-6295

Mailing Address :

Ellsworth Correctional Facility P.O. Box 107, 1607 State Street Ellsworth, KS 67439-0107

Selection Process:

Applicants selected for an interview will be evaluated by an interview panel using performance/behavior-based interview questions. The interview panel will make recommendations to the Warden for final approval. A second interview may be conducted. Applicants will be subject to background check and criminal history investigation; must pass a drug screen and a TB test unless promoting, transferring, or demoting from another safety sensitive position within the same agency; and possess a valid Driver's License.

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate:

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