CDOC- Education Liaison II (Limon)

State of Colorado • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will act as the Liaison between colleges, students, the facility and technology to facilitate classes, set up equipment and technology, assist students with technology usage, promote student engagement, provide support to the virtual college professor, and ensure students' materials are disseminated and returned promptly. This work will be performed inside a correctional facility and will involve inmate contact.

Requirements

• Five (5) year of relevant professional experience working in an education or training environment (tutoring, academic advising, course coordination, student records, computer-based test, and career development goals).
• One (1) year of relevant professional experience working in an education or training environment (tutoring, academic advising, course coordination, student records, computer-based test, and career development goals) AND graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Significant critical thinking/decision making/problem solving skills.
• Strong written/oral communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage tasks and workload in a timely manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with others.
• Commendable level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Impeccable organizational skills and compelling attention to details.
• Ability to effectively manage time.
• Excellent ability to coordinate services and cooperate with others toward a common goal.
• Self-directed and motivated work ethic.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations.
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift.
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction.
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application.
• Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics.
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics.
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security.
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently.
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations.
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner.
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders.
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments.
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings.
• Willing and able to travel.
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule.
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant State experience related to the duties of the position listed above.
• Experience and/or education with counseling or coaching skills to assist students.
• Experience with educational student records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain classroom equipment to ensure continual access to virtual classes as scheduled, ensuring students and instructors can view and hear the sessions.
• Work with the college staff and internal Prison Program staff to ensure connectivity, account set-up and class logins.
• Complete attendance, distribute and collect books, tracking damage or missing resources.
• Actively seek and respond to questions relating to programs and opportunities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to review program participation, and feedback, ensuring program goals, objectives and activities.
• Provide support in areas including, but not limited to: course registration, financial aid/FAFSA issues, college transfers, career development, and other miscellaneous issues.
• Maintain technical expertise in computer platforms and software areas and collaborates with facilities to ensure compliance with security operations.
• Contribute to facility safety and security by creating a positive, safe learning environment.
• Ensure computer based testing labs meet vendor security requirements, manages all paperwork and stores records for audits.
• Schedule and monitor mentoring meetings between peer mentors/advocates/educators and mentees.
• Perform eOMIS tracking on higher education students and mentor/mentee sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans.
• Medical and dental health plans.
• Short and long term disability coverage.
• Paid life insurance.
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level