Programs Manager: Corrections & Reentry Leader

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + 401(k) Matching

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Employee Discounts

Dental Insurance

Jury Duty

Flexible Spending Account

Eleven (11) Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Reduced Tuition Rates

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Paid Training

Farmers Auto Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Legal Shield services

Short- and Long-term Disability Income

Bereavement Leave

Norton LifeLock benefits

Critical Illness and AccidentInsurance

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions seeks a Programs Manager to oversee the correctional education and rehabilitation programs, ensuring quality services for inmates and compliance with federal standards.

You will supervise Education Director, Case Management Coordinator, Unit Managers, and Inmate Records, helping shape program proposals and policies for efficient operations. This role may involve acting as Deputy Warden in absence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field; Five years' experience managing a correctional education program preferred or at least three years of supervisory capacity.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services, or related field preferred.
• Must possess a working knowledge of program objectives, policies, procedures, correctional laws, and requirements for managing a secure facility.
• Skill in interpretation of policies and procedures and appropriate application to work situations.
• Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee programs department to ensure goals and contract objectives are met.
• Ensure inmates participating receive quality services that comply with federal regulations and standards.
• Assist in the preparation of program proposals and develop policies for operations.
• Provide supervision and training to programs staff, including Education Director and Unit Managers.
• Respond to significant incidents and may act as Deputy Warden in absence.

Skills

Program management

Supervisory experience

Policy interpretation

Inmate interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

College coursework in behavioral sciences/correctional services

Job description

GEO Corrections & Detentions seeks a Programs Manager to oversee the correctional education and rehabilitation programs, ensuring quality services for inmates and compliance with federal standards.

You will supervise Education Director, Case Management Coordinator, Unit Managers, and Inmate Records, helping shape program proposals and policies for efficient operations. This role may involve acting as Deputy Warden in absence.