Inmate Programs & Reentry Coordinator

County of Tulare; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulare County Sheriff's Department seeks staff to coordinate inmate programs in Visalia. The role involves counseling, conducting interviews, and managing program resources to support inmate services.

The position requires an associate degree and two years' experience in social services or criminal justice, with strong communication and data reporting skills. Work location is Visalia, with full duties as described in the job posting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or related field.
• Two years’ experience interviewing or counseling in social services or criminal justice.
• Knowledge of community resources available to inmates and families.
• Ability to read and interpret program rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inmate programs and services.
• Interview inmates to assess needs and placement into programs.
• Assist with grant research and funding contracts.
• Maintain statistical data and prepare program reports.
• Recommend program improvements based on data.

Skills

Interviewing

Counseling

Communication

Community resources

Group leadership

English grammar

Basic algebra

Reading ability

Education

Associate's degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology or related field

Job description

Tulare County Sheriff's Department seeks staff to coordinate inmate programs in Visalia. The role involves counseling, conducting interviews, and managing program resources to support inmate services.

The position requires an associate degree and two years' experience in social services or criminal justice, with strong communication and data reporting skills. Work location is Visalia, with full duties as described in the job posting.