Corrections Regional Education Admin

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•La Grange, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At the Kentucky Department of Corrections (DOC), the Division of Education plays a crucial role supporting the department and the reentry of offenders back into the community. The mission of the Division of Education is to prepare every offender through the advancement of academic achievement and work ready skills for successful reentry. As education corrections professionals, it is our job to assist in the rehabilitation and reentry of offenders by working within the department, with community partners, and state agencies to increase community safety and reduce recidivism rates. The Corrections Regional Education Administrator (CREA) will manage and supervise all personnel, educational programming, operations, curriculum planning, and plan, facilitate, and coordinate educational opportunities to offenders within the correctional environment.

Requirements

Graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in education, counseling, or related field.
Five years of professional experience in academic or vocational education.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills
Technology skills
Displayed ability to complete work related activities in a professional manner
Multitasking skills
Ability to plan
Attention to detail
Ability to think critically and analyze data to forecast positive outcomes
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
Ability to adapt to the ever-changing needs of the department and division.

Responsibilities

Ensures efficient operation of the education center(s) and all course implementation.
Oversees all educational programming is operated and staffed in accordance with DOC policies and procedures, American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, and Corrections Education Association (CEA) standards, as well as maintains appropriate documentation.
Conducts site and staff evaluations and reviews ensuring best practices in teaching methods, strategies, and appropriate engaged classroom interactions.
Verifies transcripts for inmate educational good time awards and submits to the education registrar for processing.
Plans and develops new and existing programs, enrollments, and retention strategies in collaboration with stakeholders.
Recommends and coordinates professional development opportunities and conducts regular staff meetings.
Participates in recruitment and selection of staff to support the education center.
Prepares budget for review and approval, as needed, in conjunction with supervisor.
Monitors budgetary allocations and expenditures as appropriate.
Ensures supplies and resources are ordered and used appropriately.
Performs other duties as assigned.