Correctional Education Programs Coordinator - Mountain View Correctional Facility, Charleston.

State of Maine•Charleston, ME

1d•$60,965 - $85,717•Onsite

About The Position

This is professional services work in planning, developing, coordinating, instructing, and evaluating vocational and educational programs available to residents housed in correctional facilities and upon release from incarceration. Responsibilities include working with community-based entities developing, implementing, and coordinating educational programs; establishing performance measures and evaluating program effectiveness; and directing and overseeing academic staff development, school support programs, school/community relations, and compliance with grant and project fund requirements. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Requirements

Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to and enforced by the Department.
Knowledge of state and federal laws relating to education.
Knowledge of education/vocational administration and teaching methods and materials.
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques associated with prisoner education, rehabilitation, and career pathway planning.
Knowledge of curriculum development principles and practices.
Knowledge correctional programs/services and associated practices and policies.
Ability to evaluate education programs, student progress, and performance.
Ability to plan and organize educational programs.
Ability to evaluate contracted professional and technical personnel.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships.
Ability to develop goals and objectives for educational programs.
Ability to community effectively.
Ability to write clearly and effectively.
Two years of professional level experience in corrections or related resource management and development, and a bachelor's degree in education or required specialty/substance area, Public or Business Administration, or closely related field.
Directly related experience may be substituted for education.
Individual positions may require a professional teaching or educational administration certificate as issued by the State Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Plans, designs, and implements correctional education programs and community based educational services in order to meet identified educational needs of residents during incarceration and upon release.
Coordinates and oversees community educational program providers in order to ensure support services are provided in compliance with contract specifications and program standards.
Selects, oversees, and evaluates contracted teachers, volunteers, and community counselors/advisors in order to ensure compliance with correctional policies/procedures and that teaching and community service standards are met.
Develops, implements, analyzes, and assesses performance standards for education program services and contracts in order to maintain internal and external program effectiveness and identify program needs.
Gathers information and interviews residents to evaluate and determine educational needs in order to assist with development of individual career pathways plan.
Audits educational program activities in order to determine compliance level with educational grants, funding sources, ensure effective use of resources, and to identify gaps in program deliverables.
Instructs and substitute teaches assigned specialty/subject matter course curriculum in order to support facility teachers and vocational instructors providing effective learning.
Attends meetings, workshops, and community forums in order to represent facility education and vocational programs and promote agency goals.
Researches and develops community-based education and vocational partnerships, in order to match educational needs with job market demands to enhance the residents’ successful transition from incarceration to the community.
Identifies goals and objectives in specialty/subject area in order to assess program.
Consults with teachers, vocational trades instructors, correctional care and treatment workers, and others on specialty/subject area matters in order to provide guidance and technical assistance.
Reviews and evaluates grants and contracts in order to make recommendations for change and to verify program compliance with standards and specifications.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28 - $12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary.
Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 19% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.