<p>Class Definition</p> <p>GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To be responsible for the operation of the several production shops in the correctional industries program at the Adult Correctional Institutions; and to do related work as required.</p> <p>SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with latitude for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative; objectives and policies are determined in consultation with a superior or reviewed by the superior on their inception; work is reviewed upon completion for results obtained.</p> <p>SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, organizes, supervises, evaluates and reviews the work of industries personnel and inmates.</p> <p>Illustrative Examples of Work Performed</p> <ul> <li>To be responsible for the operation of the several production shops in the correctional industries program at the Adult Correctional Institutions including such matters as: production control; inventory; maintenance; shipping and receiving; and personnel. </li><li>To be responsible for the requisition, storage, disbursement and inventory of all the necessary tools, equipment, supplies and materials for correctional industries shops. </li><li>To assist in the preparation and presentation for the annual budget and to be responsible for its execution and control on a daily basis. </li><li>To be responsible for the training, instruction and supervision of inmates in there job assignments. </li><li>To monitor the production and insure quality products and customer satisfaction. </li><li>To participate in the development and implementation of new industries programs and to appraise their potential and cost effectiveness. </li><li>To insure the proper health, safety and security of all staff and inmates working in the production operations. </li><li>To prepare specifications for the purchase of materials, supplies and equipment. </li><li>To insure proper tool control, in accordance with appropriate security policies and procedures. </li><li>To do related work as required. </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications for Appointment</p> <p>KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the practices, techniques, tools, materials and machinery utilized in the operation of several production shops in a correctional industries program; a working knowledge of shop practices including safety measures; the ability to supervise the work of operations staff and inmates; the ability to maintain control of storage, requisition, disbursement and inventory of tools, equipment, supplies and materials; the ability to prepare reports detailing production and analyzing effectiveness; the ability to work closely with staff members and inmates working in the industries production program; and related capacities and abilities.</p> <p>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:</p> <p>Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a senior high school; and</p> <p>Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a responsible supervisory capacity in a public agency or private industry engaged in various manufacturing activities.</p> <p>Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.</p> <p>Supplemental Information</p> <p>To manage the operations of industry-specific shops in correctional facilities of all security classifications, including planning, organizing, and overseeing daily activities. Responsible for supervising, instructing, and training inmate workers. Provide guidance on the proper use of hand and power tools, as well as the techniques and procedures involved for each shop.</p> <p>Preferred skills and experience: Experience serving in a supervisory role in a manufacturing setting. Experience in warehouse operations, carpentry, vocational training, furniture installation or related fields is a plus. Experience with inventory control and order processing, use of hand/power tools and machinery in a shop setting, and forklift experience. Ability to utilize computer programs to create reports and analyze data. Experience utilizing Adobe Pro. Strong communication and customer service skills. Attention to detail and understanding of basic budgeting to support effective project execution is also preferred.</p> <p>For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.</p> <p>Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.</p> <p>01</p> <p>Are you a member of RIBCO? (You must answer this question correctly to be considered based on your union affiliation. If you fail to answer this question correctly, you will not be entitled to be considered based on contractual provisions.)</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Required Question</p> <p>Employer State of Rhode Island</p> <p>Address One Capitol Hill</p> <p>Providence, Rhode Island, 02908</p> <p>Website http://www.apply.ri.gov</p>