1. (a) The warden may appoint a person to direct the specialized vocational program. Each facility that has a specialized vocational program must have a facility manager to direct the program.

2. (b) The director shall do the following:

   1. (1) Establish and oversee the day to day operations of the specialized vocational program.

   2. (2) Recruit volunteers and businesses to provide instruction and training in:

      1. (A) the specialized vocational program; and
      2. (B) any related certification program.
   3. (3) Provide information requested by the warden regarding an inmate or a specialized vocational program.

   4. (4) Determine the appropriate number of inmates in each specialized vocational program, considering the availability of:

      1. (A) qualified staff; and

      2. (B) appropriate facilities and equipment.

         The director may remove one (1) or more inmates from a program if necessary to comply with this subdivision.

   5. (5) Remove an inmate from a specialized vocational program at any time due to:

      1. (A) misconduct;
      2. (B) security issues;
      3. (C) safety issues;
      4. (D) health concerns; or
      5. (E) lack of meaningful participation in the program.
   6. (6) Carry out other duties concerning the specialized vocational program as directed by the warden.

As added by P.L.73-2015, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.67-2017, SEC.9.