CORRECTIONAL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR - SES

State of Florida • Ocala, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Program Administrator-SES oversees, supports, and enhances education and library programs within Florida Department of Corrections institutions. The position implements and assesses initiatives, monitors compliance, makes budget and staffing recommendations, provides technical assistance and training, and represents the department in relevant meetings and collaborations. This is not a telework position; the employee must report to the FDC office in the area served.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• At least three years of supervisory experience specifically in the field of education. Postsecondary education may substitute for up to six years of the required experience.
• If selected, applicants submitting a college or university degree must provide official transcripts.
• Must pass a Level 2 background check before starting work.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Active Florida Professional Teaching Certificate and/or Florida Certification in Education Leadership.
• Experience teaching in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing new education programs and procedures and assess the need for expanded or new programs with regional and institutional administrators.
• Visit institutions to monitor academic education programs for compliance with Florida Statutes, department rules, and contracts; submit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Make budget and staffing recommendations to the Assistant Regional Director of Programs.
• Provide technical assistance to wardens, assistant wardens, and program managers.
• Coordinate or conduct training for education and library services staff.
• Represent the department in meetings, workshops, and conferences on education and library services.
• Coordinate regularly with regional programmers and coordinators.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Supplemental dental, vision, life, disability, and hospitalization insurance.
• Tuition-free college courses.
• Florida Retirement System pension plan.
• Florida Retirement System investment plan (401(k)-type).
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP).
• Deferred compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed