Correctional Program Specialist (Mentor Coordinator)

Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government agency dedicated to fostering a humane and secure environment for individuals in correctional settings. This role emphasizes preparing inmates for successful reentry into society, ensuring public safety while promoting rehabilitation. With a focus on community engagement, you will develop and implement mentoring programs and collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance support systems. A comprehensive benefits package awaits you, making this an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to federal employee benefits

Potential for career advancement

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent graduate education in relevant fields.
• Experience in correctional programs and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individuals for successful reentry into communities.
• Develop and implement mentoring programs for inmates.

Skills

Training volunteers

Developing mentoring programs

Establishing community networks

Working with faith-based programs

Education

Master's degree in related field

Graduate education in correctional administration

Job description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:

Education:

A Master's or equivalent graduate degree; OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR LL.B or J.D., if related.

Graduate Education: Major study – correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, sociology, or other fields related to the position.

OR

Experience:

At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience is directly related experience that included substantial involvement with a correctional program and provided a thorough knowledge of correctional techniques, or experience in meeting and dealing with people that demonstrated the ability to work effectively with inmates and associates in a correctional environment.

Some examples of this qualifying experience are:

• Experience in training volunteers and contractors on institutional programs and security procedures.
• Experience in developing and implementing mentoring programs.
• Skilled in establishing community networks and resources to support mentoring programs.
• Experience and knowledge working with faith-based programs.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience:

Equivalent combination of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. This experience must have equipped you with the qualifications to perform the major duties of this position as described above.

If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.

**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**