Correctional Programs Director I

Adult Correction; Morristown (TN); Presencial; USD 43.000 - 76.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Resumo da vaga

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Corrections Programs Director I to oversee inmate rehabilitation programs at Greene Correctional Institution, Maury, NC. You will manage staff, supervise program instruction, referrals, and classification activities while coordinating with custody personnel.

Minimum education includes a bachelor’s degree in a related field with relevant experience.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services or criminal justice field with two years of experience in correctional programs management or related work.
• Documented experience with report writing.
• Knowledge of case management practices or interviewing techniques for intake assessments.

Responsabilidades

• Manage staff and oversee program instruction, referrals, and inmate rehabilitation at Greene Correctional Institution.
• Direct programs for inmate rehabilitation and coordinate with custody staff.
• Ensure SOP adherence, release procedures, and daily program operations.

Conhecimentos

Report writing

Case management

Interviewing techniques

Formação

Bachelor's degree in human services or criminal justice

Descrição da vaga

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Programs Director I (NS)

Position Number 60069745 Grade NC10

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position is located at Greene Correctional Institution in Maury, North Carolina. Greene Correctional Institution is a minimum custody institution with 656 adult male offenders. The Correctional Program Director I functions as the Department Manager for Programs and is critical in the overall operations of Programs at Greene Correctional Institution. Duties include, staff management, program instruction, referral completions, classification, release procedures and SOP's. Employees in this class direct Programs for the rehabilitation of inmates in the prison system. Employees at this level are responsible for administering programs for inmates at Greene Correctional Institution. This position is also responsible for directing a major program on an area or statewide basis. The primary program areas are inmate classification; Correctional Programs (incentive wage, adult basic education, volunteer programs, religion, and Work Release, etc.) Work involves supervision of subordinate personnel who are responsible for implementation, development, and maintenance of the programs on a daily basis. Employees are responsible for coordinating programs with custody staff. Work may enquire employees to serve in a custody role during emergency situations such as disturbances and escapes.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $43,267.00 - $75,718.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented experience with report writing.
• Documented knowledge of case management practices, or supportive counseling techniques and/or interviewing techniques for intake assessments

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 PM The Night Before The End Date

State Benefits Information

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NC Flex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• Sick
• Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State benefits website for additional information.

About The Division of Institutions

The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.

Supplemental Application Information

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:

• Complete education history (including high school)
• Full work experience details
• Certificates and licenses, if applicable
• Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen. If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NCDAC must adhere to the US Department of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape."

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in a human services or criminal justice field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in correctional programs management or related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.

North Carolina State Government

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.