Statewide Education & Vocational Programs Specialist

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Corrections, Division of Health and Rehabilitation Services, seeks an Education Specialist 1 in Anchorage, AK to lead statewide correctional education and workforce programs. You will oversee contracts, coordinate training, analyze data, and support grants and research while ensuring safety and quality of services across facilities.

Travel statewide is required as you partner with institutions, contractors, unions, and community organizations to advance vocational and digital

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and three years of professional experience in education.
• OR: Bachelor's degree and three years in the specialty field or closely related field, including at least one year in an administrative, supervisory or consultative capacity.
• Special Note: Alaska Teacher Certificate may be required and certification maintained as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide consultation, oversight, and support for correctional vocational, educational, workforce development, and reentry programs; evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate and monitor contracts, procurements, partnerships, and training initiatives with internal staff, contractors, educational institutions, unions, and workforce development organizations.
• Analyze program data, prepare reports, assist with grants and budget oversight, and support R&D of new correctional education and vocational programming.
• Conduct site visits, staff trainings, presentations, and technical assistance to ensure compliance, program quality, safety, and effective service delivery across correctional institutions.
• Serve as a liaison between DOC institutions, contractors, and community partners to support implementation of vocational training, apprenticeship, educational, and digital learning opportunities for incarcerated individuals.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Oral & Written Communication

Planning & Evaluating

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Competence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Department of Corrections, Division of Health and Rehabilitation Services, seeks an Education Specialist 1 in Anchorage, AK to lead statewide correctional education and workforce programs. You will oversee contracts, coordinate training, analyze data, and support grants and research while ensuring safety and quality of services across facilities.

Travel statewide is required as you partner with institutions, contractors, unions, and community organizations to advance vocational and digital