Organizational
Development

J/DCRA

Management
Studies

Policies &
Procedures Review

Training in
Development of
Policies &
Procedures

Training Seminars
on Other Issues

Expert
Witness Work

The Gallagher-Westfall Group, Inc.

Jail/Detention Centers Services:

Management Studies of Jail/Detention Centers

Close communication and discussion with the local authorities allow for a focus on any prominent problems in the facility, while the administration of a Jail/Detention Centers Risk Assessment (J/DCRA), an organizational climate survey, and a comprehensive review of relevant materials, policies, and reports prepares for the arrival of the study team of experts. The on-site period is characterized by interviews with a majority of department personnel, administration of leadership and workstyle profiles and then scrutiny of every aspect of the facility's operations, training, and management functions.

Manpower allocations, shift schedules, and departmental organization will also come under review. During the site visit, communication and documentation systems are reviewed and every effort is made to assess the status of the organization before the report is written. Often some form of training/technical assistance is included in conjunction with, or following the presentation of the management study report.

BENEFITS:

• Provides data about the agency's strengths and deficiencies that are critical for strategic planning and effective management;
• Provides baseline information for a newly appointed/elected agency executive in identifying the agency's needs and creating a vision for where the agency needs to go;
• Provides an objective assessment that can maximize the relationship between the sheriff or other agency executive and the county commissioners. Such a study allows each side to see the larger context in which they must both work together to resolve any challenges and provide the best service to the community;
• Provides an objective assessment of internal departmental issues which becomes the basis for creative problem-solving and improved overall relations and performance.

The Gallagher-Westfall, Inc.
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Springtown, PA 18081
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