Corrections Regional Education Admin

Responsibilities

• Ensures efficient operation of the education center(s) and all course implementation.
• Oversees all educational programming is operated and staffed in accordance with DOC policies and procedures, American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, and Corrections Education Association (CEA) standards, as well as maintains appropriate documentation.
• Counsels and reviews site and staff evaluations ensuring best practices in teaching methods, strategies, and appropriate engaged classroom interactions.
• Verifies transcripts for inmate educational good time awards and submits to the education registrar for processing.
• Plans and develops new and existing programs, enrollments, and retention strategies in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Recommends and coordinates professional development opportunities and conducts regular staff meetings.
• Participates in recruitment and selection of staff to support the education center.
• Prepares budget for review and approval, as needed, in conjunction with supervisor.
• Maintains budgetary allocations and expenditures as appropriate.
• Ensures supplies and resources are ordered and used appropriately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Technology skills.
• Displayed ability to complete work related activities in a professional manner.
• Multitasking skills.
• Ability to plan.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to think critically and analyze data to forecast positive outcomes.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to adapt to the ever-changing needs of the department and division.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in education, counseling, or related field.
• Five years of professional experience in academic or vocational education.