Correctional Program Coordinator II

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluates the quality and fidelity of programming for both in-person and broadcasted/hybrid models.
• Counsels educators and practitioners to improve programming engagement and risk-reduction outcomes through observations and feedback.
• Researches evidence-based practice (EBP) frameworks and evaluates current curricula to ensure alignment with agency goals.
• Facilitates cross-setting community of practice or professional learning community meetings where educators and practitioners share resources and refine instructional practices.
• Serves on boards, councils, committees, and task forces.
• Plans and manages program projects, monitors contractor performance, and recommends actions to correct deficiencies.
• Maintains program budgets, including revenues, expenditures, and budget projections.
• Performs employee relations functions, works with managers to resolve performance issues, and may supervise professional-level staff, interns, or volunteers.
• Prepares and reviews documents for accuracy and policy conformance, and investigates grievances or complaints.
• Works with Programming Chains of command and OSIIs to identify, track, and report on KPI metrics.
• Writes and edits correspondence, reports, and program plans for procedural and grammatical accuracy.
• Exhibits instructional expertise by observing instruction and providing feedback that improves quality of curriculum or program delivery.
• Showcases solid understanding of evidence-based practice frameworks and experience in operations analysis.
• Demonstrates hybrid delivery knowledge, understanding of quality standards for broadcast or remote instruction.
• Displays working knowledge of Google Drive, Google Sheets, and ability to navigate technology and data collection systems.
• Presents strong complex problem-solving and time management skills.
• Displays collaborative leadership abilities by facilitating professional groups and serving on various boards, councils, or task forces.

Qualifications

• Experience observing instruction and providing feedback that improves quality of curriculum or program delivery.
• Solid understanding of evidence-based practice frameworks and experience in operations analysis.
• Understanding of quality standards for broadcast or remote instruction.
• Working knowledge of Google Drive, Google Sheets, and ability to navigate technology and data collection systems.
• Strong complex problem-solving and time management skills.
• Ability to facilitate professional groups and serve on various boards, councils, or task forces.

About The Role

Location: 1480 N 8000 W Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116 United States
Background Check Required: Yes
Drug Test Required: Yes
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

Agency

The Utah Department of Corrections as a dedicated team of professionals ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.