Corrections Program Manager

DGS Office of External Affairs; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Program Manager to develop, implement, and oversee offender rehabilitation and reintegration programs at DOC Headquarters in North Little Rock. The role includes needs assessments, program monitoring, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include managing budgets, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring programs meet state and federal standards to support successful reintegration of offenders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, social work, or related field.
• Six years of experience in corrections, program management, or related field.
• Strong program management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in budget preparation and financial management.
• Comprehensive understanding of correctional practices and rehabilitation programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage correctional programs within the Arkansas Department of Corrections.
• Conduct needs assessments for programs.
• Monitor program effectiveness and outcomes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align programs with policy.
• Manage budgets and financial resources for programs.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

Program management

Organizational skills

Budget preparation

Financial management

Rehabilitation programs understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, social work, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Corrections Program Manager develops, implements, and manages correctional programs within the Arkansas Department of Corrections to support offender rehabilitation and reintegration. The position works at DOC Headquarters in North Little Rock and involves conducting needs assessments, monitoring program effectiveness, collaborating with stakeholders, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Key qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, social work, or related field
• Six years of experience in corrections, program management, or related field
• Strong program management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in budget preparation and financial management
• Comprehensive understanding of correctional practices and rehabilitation programs
• Master's degree preferred