Re-Entry (HIRE) Coordinator - Bloomington District
About The Position
The coordinator will serve as a regional HIRE Coordinator for IDOC’s Hoosier Initiative for Re-Entry (HIRE) program. They will provide workforce-readiness services to clients in assigned correctional facilities and parole districts, and lead employer engagement within their region. Key duties include conducting outreach to identify partners, developing and delivering program materials, marketing program initiatives, building relationships with community stakeholders, and promoting positive employer attitudes toward hiring HIRE clients. The coordinator will also strengthen partnerships with facilities and parole districts to support pre- and post-release employment. This region covers Parole District 5 and the Wabash Valley Correctional Facility. This region covers the following Indiana counties: Monroe, Brown, Bartholomew, Lawrence, Jackson, Orange, Washington, Crawford, Perry, Harrison.
Requirements
- Working knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.
- Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
- Basic knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
- Ability to implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles.
- Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- At least 5+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
- Some positions may include specific education requirements depending on the program scope.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a regional HIRE Coordinator for IDOC’s Hoosier Initiative for Re-Entry (HIRE) program.
- Provide workforce-readiness services to clients in assigned correctional facilities and parole districts.
- Lead employer engagement within their region.
- Conduct outreach to identify partners.
- Develop and deliver program materials.
- Market program initiatives.
- Build relationships with community stakeholders.
- Promote positive employer attitudes toward hiring HIRE clients.
- Strengthen partnerships with facilities and parole districts to support pre- and post-release employment.
- Monitor key performance indicators to ensure program effectiveness.
- Assist in developing, updating, and monitoring all policies and procedures related to the program area.
- Answer customer questions about program policies and procedures.
- Act as technical consultant to stakeholders to clarify and interpret policies and procedures.
- Prepare and disseminate monthly and annual program reports.
- Review the budget and program assets are allocated appropriately.
- Monitor compliance and make recommendations to the program to increase efficiencies.
- Prepare training materials and train agency employees on program requirements and usage.
- Deliver communication plans and communications.
- Serve as a liaison between agency and other state and federal agencies.
Benefits
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
