Correctional Program Specialist (Executive Assistant)

This administrative position requires specialized experience in correctional program management and operations. We are seeking a leader to oversee institutional functions, staff, and inmate programs.

• *Key Responsibilities (Based on Experience):**
• Develop and implement plans, programs, and policies for correctional institutions.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements for existing correctional programs and operations.
• Manage complex aspects of inmate custody, treatment, training, and release.
• Ensure comprehensive knowledge and adherence to institutional policies, programs, regulations, and procedures.
• Train and supervise subordinates, coordinate and direct activities, and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Maintain high standards for work objectives and operational excellence.
• Handle budgetary programs for various cost centers, understanding their interrelations.
• *Required Qualifications:**
• **Experience:** At least one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the next lower grade level) directly involving substantial correctional program participation or effectively dealing with inmates and associates in a correctional environment.
• **Supervisory/Administrative Skills:** Demonstrated ability to perform supervisory or administrative duties, including:

* Understanding challenges of inmate custody, treatment, training, and release. * Comprehensive knowledge of institutional policies, programs, regulations, and procedures. * Proven ability to train staff, direct activities, evaluate programs, and maintain high standards.

• **Program Direction:** Experience gained in an administrative position or successfully directing/assisting a major correctional program.
• **Education:** No substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.
• **Note:** Credit for paid and unpaid experience will be given; actual time spent must be shown.