Extensive use of communication techniques and well developed communication skills are required for dealing with others. The work requires considerable physical exertion. The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required.
Serious injury is possible.
Involves administrative supervision responsibility. Responsible for recommending hiring and disciplinary actions to a higher level of authority. Distinguishing Features Differs from Warden II, III and IV classes in which the work involves direction of a correctional facility or complex with more varied and diverse programs and population. Enforces all laws, rules and regulations of the Department of Corrections, department policies and unit orders pertaining to operation of the department. Knowledge of modern principles, practices and methods of correctional custody and treatment.