Correctional Programs Director I - Gaston Correctional Center
About The Position
This position is located at Gaston Correctional Center located in Dallas, NC (Gaston County). Gaston Correctional Center is a Minimum Custody Facility that houses Male Offenders. Positions in this class direct programs for the rehabilitation of inmates in the prison system. Positions at this level are responsible for administering programs for inmates at the larger prison facilities, or facilities having broader scope and complexity of programming; or positions function as assistants to the Programs Director II in larger institutions, offering a variety of program services. Positions in this class may also be responsible for directing a major program in a region or statewide basis. The primary programs areas are inmate classification; correctional programs including work release, incentive wage, study release, educational/vocational, volunteer programs, religion, cognitive-based interventions, and recreation; and correctional counseling. Work involves supervision of subordinate personnel who are responsible for the implementation, development, and maintenance of the programs on a daily basis. Positions are responsible for coordinating programs with custody and other facility staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a human services or criminal justice field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in correctional programs management or related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.
- This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina Department Of Adult Corrections Employees, And Eligible Sate Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates From North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees.
Nice To Haves
- Documented knowledge of the Inmate Classification System.
- Documented knowledge of Inmate Programs.
- Documented knowledge of Prisons' Policy and Procedures.
Responsibilities
- Supervise programs and clerical staff, including completion of monthly performance logs, intermediate reviews, and final evaluations.
- Manage and coordinate facility rehabilitative programs to ensure effective implementation and operations
- Monitor all rehabilitative programs to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to established standards
- Serve on a regional audit team to conduct annual facility audits and ensure Rehabilitative Program Compliance
- Act as reviewing authority for the facility classification process
- Ensure staff adherence to NCDAC classification policies and procedures
- Evaluate subordinate staff performance to assess effectiveness in providing supportive counseling services
- Respond to inquiries from families and incarcerated individuals regarding behavior, program participation, and related concerns
Benefits
- Health Insurance options
- Retirement Plans
- NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
