Prison Education & Reentry Programs Lead

University System of Maryland; Adelphi (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University System of Maryland is seeking a Higher Education in Prison Field Coordinator to support ASA in implementing grant initiatives and broader prison education efforts. This is a one-year contract eligible for renewal, with funding tied to the grant through Fall 2029.

The role involves program development, partnerships, and administrative support across USM and partner institutions, including regional hubs and alumni networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of experience in reentry support, student services, workforce development, social services or related fields.
• Experience with diverse or underserved populations.
• Experience building relationships with community partners, students, clients, or program participants.

Responsibilities

• Assists Director in developing retention, reentry, and student success strategies across USM and partner institutions.
• Assists campuses with standard operating practices for helping students transition from prison to community campuses.
• Develops training materials and conducts trainings on best practices for supporting justice-impacted college students.
• Develops and maintains an alumni network of justice-impacted graduates.
• Assists in developing regional education/reentry hubs.
• Builds relationships with USM institutions' units responsible for student access, retention, and success.
• Collaborates with Maryland colleges to provide coordinated student support services.
• Engages with employers and community organizations for reentry support.
• Participates in local, state, and national conversations on higher education in prison and reentry.
• Maintains resource lists and student-facing materials.
• Plans yearly USM prison education symposiums.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Time management

Project coordination

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

University System of Maryland is seeking a Higher Education in Prison Field Coordinator to support ASA in implementing grant initiatives and broader prison education efforts. This is a one-year contract eligible for renewal, with funding tied to the grant through Fall 2029.

The role involves program development, partnerships, and administrative support across USM and partner institutions, including regional hubs and alumni networks.