Correctional Programs Director – Rehab & Compliance Lead

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

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.