Program Specialist

State of Oklahoma

12d • $42,282 • Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job are responsible for the coordination, planning, development, management, and delivery of a complex program within a correctional institution. This is not a remote position.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience in corrections, social work, case management, rehabilitation services, training, or closely related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to plan, direct and coordinate activities of others
• Ability to interpret, analyze and resolve technical information
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental employees.
• Knowledge of program development and monitoring techniques
• Knowledge of administration and supervisory techniques.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cognitive behavior modification programs, or correctional treatment programs, including one year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, developing and directing offender programs within a correctional institution or community correctional center.
• Interprets and implements rules, regulations and laws governing the operation of a specialized offender program.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of outcome measures of program evaluation.
• Develops goals, activities, curriculum and procedures for specialized offender programs.
• Plans, develops and conducts training, meetings or presentations to volunteers and staff.
• Develops, implements and interprets policy and procedure related to specialized offender programs.
• Provides direct delivery of substance treatment services to inmates; ensures continuity of services to inmates in the program.
• Serves as a program liaison with internal and external customers as needed.
• Supervises assigned staff.

What This Job Offers

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