CDOC-Faith and Citizen Program Regional Coordinator (Colorado Springs)

State of Colorado • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) Faith and Citizen Program develops strategies and processes to enable facilities to provide opportunities for offender self-improvement and successful reintegration program utilizing volunteer organizations from the surrounding communities. This position exists to manage the operation of the volunteer system for the Department of Corrections within the assigned region, including recruiting, training and supervising volunteers. Analyze, implement, monitor, and direct all volunteer program activities within assigned areas of responsibility.

Requirements

• Six years of relevant professional experience managing or coordinating a volunteer or work program, with demonstrated expertise in setting program objectives, developing policies, facilitating training, enforcing regulatory compliance, conducting quality assurance monitoring, determining participant eligibility, and analyzing data to drive strategic business outcomes.
• Six years of combined relevant education and professional experience managing or coordinating a volunteer or work program, with demonstrated expertise in setting program objectives, developing policies, facilitating training, enforcing regulatory compliance, conducting quality assurance monitoring, determining participant eligibility, and analyzing data to drive strategic business outcomes.
• Professional experience involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, and personal accountability and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is: uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field and continuously studied to explore, extend and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials equipment, applications, and methods.
• Excellent organizational skills and abilities in problem-solving.
• Self-directed and motivated work ethic.
• Exceptional oral and written communication.
• Ability to gather, research and interpret data.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Significant interpersonal and customer service skills.
• 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.
• Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver’s license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards.
• Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria.
• Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years.
• All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.
• 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.
• The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph.
• The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; DOC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.
• 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.
• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist.
• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down.
• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows.
• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows.
• Swing a baton in a striking technique.
• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic.
• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions.
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment.
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security.
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury.
• 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.
• Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana.
• A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass.
• Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.
• Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana.
• Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.

Nice To Haves

• Experience interpreting complex rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to systematically compile, compute, analyze and interpret data for assessment, evaluation, and reporting purposes.
• Ability to collaborate and work with internal and external stakeholders as part of a team, participate in group objectives, and ensure those objectives are effectively met in a timely manner.
• Experience and skill providing oral presentations, training and lectures.
• Strong mediation and conflict resolution skills and experience, including ability to negotiate mutually acceptable solutions and build a consensus.
• Experience working with confidential and sensitive information.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).
• Relevant years of state service in program coordination.

Responsibilities

• Project leader in a specified area of the volunteer system that assures compliance of rules, laws, regulations and procedures for the Faith and Citizen Programs system that encompasses personnel ranging from Facility Volunteer Coordinators, Chaplains, Volunteers, Program Providers, Mentors, Interns and other staff.
• Evaluate and respond to specific offender issues to tailor guidance to fit the unique circumstances while assuring security compliance.
• Research and develop new administrative procedures to efficiently enhance program recruitment and promote receipt of donations.
• Investigate and respond to questions relating to volunteer opportunities and programs.
• Provide essential consultation and direction to staff and administration on procedures related to the scope of Faith and Citizen Programs.
• Maintain technical expertise in assigned areas of faith tenets and practices in order to maintain compliance within security operations.
• Plan, develop and coordinate volunteer programs, objectives and volunteer staffing.
• Responsible for data input of offender faith changes and meeting with offenders to assist in the correct interpretation of the corresponding administrative regulation.
• Collaborate with facility program managers to strategize and tailor the volunteer programs to meet facility needs.
• Research and identify new areas for program growth.
• Position may have additional duties, as assigned.
• Position requires statewide travel.

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 and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED