Career Development Specialist - Jackson Correctional Institution

Tallahassee Community College; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 37,080 - 45,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive State of Florida benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Tuition waiver for continuous learning

Free access to TSC athletics and events

Job summary

Tallahassee Community College is hiring a full-time Career Development Specialist for the Jackson Correctional Institution. This role involves providing essential services for incarcerated individuals, including curriculum delivery and pre-release employment support.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate's Degree or high school diploma with two years of relevant experience, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. A competitive annual salary of $41,200 along with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in workforce development, social services, or corrections.
• Passion for education and student success.

Responsibilities

• Provide services related to Compass 100 Hybrid and supplemental in-cell assignments.
• Administer assessments and deliver the Transition Skills Program.
• Assist Pre-Release Employment Navigators with hiring events and job readiness.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Data entry

Education

Associate's Degree or high school diploma

Job description

## Career Development Specialist - Jackson Correctional InstitutionApplylocations: Site 1 - Main (M) - Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ05129# **Join Our Team at Tallahassee State College**## **Career Development Specialist Opportunity**Tallahassee State College (TSC), recently recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges (2025), one of the Nation’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For (2025), and a Great Colleges to Work For (2025), is excited to announce a **full-time** **grant-funded** opening for the position of **Career Development Specialist - P05619 –** P05619 with **DOC** - **Jackson Correctional I****nstitution**.We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to fostering a vibrant workplace community.**The link to the****Department of Corrections Region 1 map****is included to assist you in identifying the location of each facility. Please ensure that the location you select is within the vicinity or the location you desire.****What You’ll Do** As a Career Development Specialist, you’ll play a key role in providing services related to Compass 100 Hybrid and supplemental in-cell assignments through cell-front instruction for eligible participants who are in restrictive housing as directed by the Lead Educator.Day-to-day, you’ll be responsible for:* Administration and interpretation of assessments;* Delivery of the 100-Hour Transition Skills Program curriculum;* Delivery of other programs as determined by the Department;* Maintaining and providing documentation of services delivered;* Reporting monthly attendance, program enrollments, and completions on the Department’s approved form, DC5-149 “Correctional Daily Attendance Roster” (Attachment #2);* Providing information pertaining to pre-release connections of community providers and employers for inmate release planning services to facility release officer’s; and* Assisting the Pre-Release Employment Navigators with hiring events, mock interviews, pre-release job search, recruitment, and readiness portfolio development through face-to-face and technology-based interactions.**Who We’re Looking For** We’re seeking a candidate who brings not only technical expertise but also a passion for education and student success. Our ideal candidate will have:* An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university or a high school diploma, and Two (2) years of professional experience in the workforce development, social services or corrections field.* Proficient in Microsoft Office and data entry.Bonus points if you have:* An Associate’s Degree and one year of experience in the social services or corrections field.**What We Offer** We offer more than just a competitive salary of **$41,200.00** annually. When you join the team at TSC, you’ll also enjoy:* Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System.* Opportunities for professional development.* Federally paid holidays recognized by the State of Florida* Tuition waiver for continuous learning.* Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.Please visit the College's Benefits site to see the full list of benefits and opportunities.**A Little About Us**Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and in-demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your *College of Choice*.### Similar Jobs (10)#### Career Development Specialist - Dade CIlocations: Site 1 - Main (M) - Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago#### Career Development Specialist- Tomoka CIlocations: Site 1 - Main (M) - Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago#### Career Development Specialist - Madison CIlocations: Site 1 - Main (M) - Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 5 Days Ago**Preference will also be given to veterans and spouses who are eligible under the Veterans' Preference Law. At time of application, submittal of Form DD214 is the minimum requirement for veterans' preference claim. Note: Please upload your DD214 as an attachment as part of your application at the time of submission.** **\*\*\*TSC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/E-Verify Employer \*\*\*** The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check.**All persons are encouraged to apply.** If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources at [phone].