Sec. 3. (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.

     (b) The director shall do the following:

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

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

(A) the specialized vocational program; and

(B) any related certification program.

(3) Provide information requested by the warden regarding an inmate or a specialized vocational program.

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

(A) qualified staff; and

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

(A) misconduct;

(B) security issues;

(C) safety issues;

(D) health concerns; or

(E) lack of meaningful participation in the program.

(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.