Corrections Training Manager - Lead Staff & Programs

Management & Training Corporation; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, vision, and prescription drug

Dental benefits

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Paid time off (PTO)

9 paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Civic/military leave

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation at East Mississippi Correctional Facility in Meridian, MS seeks a career-minded trainer to coordinate correctional officer certification and pre-service training in compliance with ACA, MTC, and MDOC directives.

The role reports to the deputy warden and focuses on staff development, training program design, record-keeping, and budget management, requiring strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling or related field required.
• Four (4) years’ experience in adult correctional environment or related field; one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements, if approved by the senior vice president, corrections.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required; valid Mississippi driver’s license with acceptable driving record unless waived.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate correctional officer certification training for new hires in line with MTC and MDOC directives.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct pre-service training for all non-security employees as required by MTC and MDOC directives.
• Develop programs and training to comply with ACA accreditation and MDOC requirements.
• Maintain/periodically review pre-service and in-service training programs; document training/certifications.
• Develop the departmental budget; monitor expenditures and review budget authorizations.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling or related field

Job description

Management & Training Corporation at East Mississippi Correctional Facility in Meridian, MS seeks a career-minded trainer to coordinate correctional officer certification and pre-service training in compliance with ACA, MTC, and MDOC directives.

The role reports to the deputy warden and focuses on staff development, training program design, record-keeping, and budget management, requiring strong communication and organizational skills.