Program Manager, Immigration

BI Incorporated; Pearl (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

BI Incorporated seeks a Program Manager for the Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP) office in Pearl, MS. You will oversee operations, budgets, and staff to ensure contractual compliance and positive outcomes.

Responsibilities include coordinating with DHS/ICE and community partners, preparing reports, and implementing program plans. Travel and bilingual skills are valued; U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in relevant field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 2 years case management experience in an Alternatives to Detention program.
• 2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• At least 2 years working with multi-cultural clients.
• Bi-lingual Spanish preferred.
• United States citizenship required.
• Must have lived in the United States 3 of the last 5 years (military/service abroad accepted).
• Ability to interpret rules, orders, instructions and materials; report writing.
• Some travel required.
• Basic computer skills; Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational and financial management of an ISAP office in line with contract obligations.
• Maintain frequent communications with DHS/ICE and community-based organizations.
• Plan, develop, implement, monitor and supervise ISAP programs, services and staff.
• Manage ISAP office employees; hire, train, evaluate and discipline as needed.
• Ensure timely reports and compliance with contractual obligations; develop action plans.
• Serve as the local DHS/ICE liaison; provide regular reports and notify emergencies or changes.
• Maintain routine staff communications and progress reviews; coordinate with community contacts.
• Address contingencies that affect ISAP success; monitor security plans and contingency measures.
• Track and supervise all program participants; implement quality control and audits.
• Handle violations with ISAP Case Specialist and coordinate DHS/ICE direction.
• Review participant service plans for compliance; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Judgment

Multicultural experience

Travel willingness

Valid driver’s license

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Benefits Information

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Since inception in 2004, BI Incorporated has operated ISAP for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO). ISAP is an essential part of ERO, providing intensive supervision of individuals in immigration proceedings. The program achieves positive results by combining comprehensive case management with proven supervision technology. In addition, BI maintains an extensive list of community-based partners to provide critical assistance for participants' basic life needs. With consistent positive outcomes, ISAP continues to grow and evolve, serving an ever-increasing number of participants.

Qualifications

Job Requirements: As the Program Manager you must have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and demonstrated tact when interacting with employees, community contracts, government officials, and participants. You will also need demonstrated sound judgment and an even temperament with the ability to deal tactfully with the public. If this describes you, apply today!

Additional requirements include:

• Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field required. Master's Degree preferred.
• At least two (2) years of case management experience in an Alternatives to Detention immigration program is required.
• Two (2) years supervisory experience in a similar position is preferred.
• At least two (2) years of experience working with multi-cultural clients.
• Bi-lingual Spanish preferred.
• United States citizenship required.
• Must live in the United States 3 of the last 5 years (military service and study abroad accepted).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with employees, community contacts, government officials and clients. Ability to interpret and articulate rules, orders, instructions and materials. Ability to compose reports.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and even temperament.
• Ability to maintain self-control in stressful situations, such as interpersonal confrontations or emergencies.
• Ability to defuse hostile or unstable situations.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem solving ability.
• Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of others.
• Ability to deal with multicultural contacts with sensitivity.
• Basic knowledge of immigration laws, regulations and procedures.
• Some travel required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to interpret electronic monitoring messages and daily summary reports.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities: Responsible for operational and financial oversight of an Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP) office in compliance with contractual obligations. Maintains frequent and timely communication with Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) representatives and with community-based organizations.

Additional responsibilities for the Program Manager include:

• Manages and directs all activity in the planning, development, implementation, monitoring, and supervision of ISAP programs, services and employees.
• Manages all employees assigned to an ISAP office. Management responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ensures that programs function in a manner that satisfies contractual obligations. Develops timely and accurate reports on the status of program operations.
• Develops and implements strategies and action plans that will enable the office to achieve its operational and financial objectives.
• Serves as the local point of contact with the DHS/ICE. Maintains frequent and productive liaison with the DHS/ICE, including accurate and timely monthly reports, annual reports and verbal and written notification of emergencies, contingencies or unusual occurrences. Meets with DHS/ICE on a regular basis to provide a management level review, assess program performance and discuss and resolve problems.
• Maintains and documents routine communications with staff, such as staff meetings, to address program participants' service plans and progress, and case specialists' daily schedules.
• Establishes and maintains frequent and productive communication with key contacts in community‑based organizations to assure and maintain community receptivity and support for ISAP.
• Evaluates, identifies and describes contingencies for reducing potential community issues focused on the program, facility locations, general public opposition, or other issues that could mitigate the success of the ISAP.
• Administers Security Plan for a specific office, including daily operations, security contingencies, emergencies and mitigation plans, security of Company and DHS/ICE employees, participants and the general public. Performs daily security check of the office area. Ensures that all participant records are kept in locked files to maintain confidentiality.
• Implements systems to physically track and supervise all program participants.
• Administers the Quality Control Plan, including performance of monthly audits to evaluate program operations for compliance with the Quality Control Plan and contract requirements. Ensures that corrective action plans are implemented in a timely manner when necessary.
• Manages program participant violations in conjunction with Intensive Supervision Case Specialist. Oversees preparation of documentation to acquire DHS/ICE direction and action if disciplinary measures are necessary.
• Reviews and approves program participants' service plans to ensure compliance with state requirements and contractual obligations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.