Chief Prison Guard
かんしょぶちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Prison Guards and Firefighters
- Minor : Prison Guards
Summary
A managerial position overseeing the prison guard department within a prison, responsible for inmate management and maintaining facility safety and order.
Description
The Chief Prison Guard serves as the top authority for the prison guard department within the prison, formulating and implementing operational plans for inmate transport, surveillance, rehabilitation support, and more. They also guide and develop subordinate prison guards and deputy chief prison guards, ensuring safety management and order maintenance across the entire facility. Key duties include strict legal compliance, coordinating responses to emergencies, liaising with external agencies, and preparing regular reports. In the future, involvement in introducing digital surveillance systems and correctional education programs is expected.
Future Outlook
While influenced by crime trends and legal changes, demand for Chief Prison Guards with facility safety management skills remains stable. In the future, roles adapting to enhanced digital surveillance systems and correctional education programs will be required.
Personality Traits
Calm and level-headed / Fair and impartial / Has leadership qualities / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Includes overnight duty / On-site work / Shift work
Career Path
Prison Guard → Lead Prison Guard → Deputy Chief Prison Guard → Chief Prison Guard → Prison Warden
Required Skills
Emergency Response / Inmate Management / Legal Knowledge (Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure) / Prison Operations Management / Report Writing
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because overlooking details directly impacts safety. |
| Communication Skills | Because coordination with staff and external organizations is necessary. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Quick decision-making during emergencies is necessary. |
| Planning & Organization | Personnel allocation and emergency response planning are crucial. |
| Stress Tolerance | High mental resilience is needed for sudden crisis responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Ability to guide and lead subordinates is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | High ratio of adherence to standard work procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Minimal complex mathematical analysis; mainly simple data verification. |
Related Qualifications
- Prison Officer Recruitment Exam
Related Jobs
- Deputy Chief Prison Guard
- Prison Guard
- Prison Officer