Re-Entry Programs Officer I — Policy & Service Delivery

State of Nevada; Indian Springs (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Retirement

Deferred Compensation

No Nevada state income tax

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Longevity Pay

Job summary

Nevada Department of Corrections, High Desert State Prison, is seeking a Program Officer 1 for the Re-Entry Division in Indian Springs. The role involves facilitating evidence-based programming for offenders, documenting in the Nevada Offender Tracking System, and coordinating vital records procurement while providing comprehensive Re-Entry planning services.

The position may require five 8-hour or four 10-hour shifts, Monday–Friday, with no supervisory duties though staff training may be

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in business or public administration or related field; OR high school diploma + two years of para-professional program support experience applying state/federal laws, policies and procedures, or preparing reports with financial and statistical information.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience as described above may satisfy the requirement.

Responsibilities

• Recommend, interpret, implement and disseminate regulations, policies and procedures for program operations and review amendments to laws and regulations for interpretation and distribution.
• Develop, implement and evaluate long-term plans to enhance services; adapt to funding changes and changes in eligibility requirements and production elements.
• Provide specialized information and act as technical expert on assigned program services; communicate with state/federal agencies, staff, participants and the public to ensure understanding and compliance; explain and apply laws and regulations.
• Monitor activities to ensure compliance with laws; evaluate provider eligibility, client needs, vendor requirements; identify trends and conduct studies; prepare analytic reports and recommend actions.
• Conduct training and provide technical assistance; develop procedural manuals or program documentation; perform needs assessments and program evaluations by collecting and analyzing data.
• Oversee collection and organization of program records; prepare distribution of statistical, financial and narrative reports; assist management with budget requests and policy decisions.
• May supervise staff including performance evaluations and scheduling; perform related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combined with two years para-professional program support experience

Job description

Nevada Department of Corrections, High Desert State Prison, is seeking a Program Officer 1 for the Re-Entry Division in Indian Springs. The role involves facilitating evidence-based programming for offenders, documenting in the Nevada Offender Tracking System, and coordinating vital records procurement while providing comprehensive Re-Entry planning services.

The position may require five 8-hour or four 10-hour shifts, Monday–Friday, with no supervisory duties though staff training may be