Correctional Program Administrator

State of Utah; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job Stability

Career Growth

Meaningful Work

Supportive Work Environment

Job summary

State of Utah, through the Utah Department of Corrections, seeks a visionary Correctional Program Administrator to oversee institutional and clinical programs, lead multidisciplinary teams, and elevate rehabilitation services across facilities.

This senior leadership role requires strategic planning, strong collaboration with government partners, and rigorous adherence to standards to ensure high-quality care and rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

• Leads design, implementation and evaluation of inmate treatment and operations programs.
• Conducts on-site reviews and audits to ensure quality care.
• Issues adjudicative decisions on inmate grievances and updates policies.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Design, implement, and evaluate inmate programs across correctional facilities.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough on-site reviews and audits for continuous improvement.
• Adjudication & Policy: Issue decisions on inmate grievances and spearhead policy updates.
• Team Supervision: Mentor clinical, institutional, and administrative personnel.
• Strategic Collaboration: Liaise with federal, state, local government bodies and partners.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure agency standards and guidelines are met.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Curriculum design

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package. Salary – $33.08 - $49.69 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Recruiter – Staci Ditzer | [e-mail] | 801-545-5511 Application Deadline – 11/5/2026*

• This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received.

Key Responsibilities

Are you a dedicated leader looking to make a meaningful impact in public safety and offender rehabilitation? The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking a visionary Correctional Program Administrator to oversee, innovate, and elevate our institutional and clinical programs. In this strategic leadership role, you will champion program effectiveness, direct multidisciplinary teams, resolve critical operational and inmate grievance issues, and ensure high-standard delivery of key rehabilitation programs state-wide.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities & What You'll Do

• Program Leadership: Design, implement, and evaluate inmate treatment and operational programs across correctional facilities.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough on-site reviews and audits of facility operations to continuous improvement and high-quality care.
• Adjudication & Policy: Issue sound adjudicative decisions regarding inmate grievances and spearhead policy and procedure updates.
• Team Supervision: Provide direct guidance, mentorship, and supervision to clinical, institutional, and administrative personnel.
• Strategic Collaboration: Act as a liaison representing the agency with federal, state, local government bodies, and community partners.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure agency compliance with applicable state/federal standards, legal frameworks, and agency guidelines.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership abilities, excellent critical thinking skills, and a genuine commitment to professional excellence and rehabilitation programs.

• Strategic Leadership & Management: Expertise in business and administrative principles, strategic planning, human resource modeling, and team leadership.
• Behavioral & Psychological Insight: Knowledge of human behavior, assessment, and treatment strategies for behavioral and affective disorders.
• Communication & Interpersonal Excellence: Outstanding written, oral, and active listening skills with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
• Problem Sensitivity & Resolution: A proactive mindset to anticipate challenges, identify issues, and apply logical frameworks to resolve complex situations.
• Training & Curriculum Design: Knowledge of teaching methods, training design, and measuring educational effectiveness.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Must successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation.
• Comfortable working within correctional environments with awareness of potential workplace environmental stressors.
• General physical requirements include office work, light walking, standing, and occasional automobile travel between state facilities.

About The Role

Location –
2445Ss Water Tower Way, 1125 W
Ogden, Utah, 84401
United States
Background Check Required – A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.
Drug Test Required – Yes
Schedule Code – AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah Department of Corrections as a dedicated team of professionals ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment.
For additional information about the Utah Department of Corrections please go to this link. http://www.corrections.utah.gov

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].