What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator (Corrections) position at Centralia College?
About Us
Centralia College is on a 30-acre campus of modern buildings set among walking paths, lawns, and native plantings just a few blocks from the heart of Centralia, Washington. The college has served students in the Lewis County region since 1925 and is the oldest continuously operating community college in Washington State. The city of Centralia is a historic railroad and river shipping hub with a vibrant downtown and railway station.
As a comprehensive community college, Centralia College offers academic transfer and workforce programs, as well as adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and personal enrichment classes. The college also offers five Bachelor of Applied Science degrees.
In addition to the main campus in Centralia, Centralia College East in Morton is a smaller site that serves the needs of students in east Lewis County. Centralia College is committed to the success of all students, and thus also provides educational programs at two corrections centers in southwest Washington and one juvenile facility. In total, the college serves more than 4,800 students annually. For nearly 100 years, several generations of Lewis County residents have looked to Centralia College for their education and training needs.
Centralia College is committed to student success, academic excellence, and enhancing and supporting our diverse community in an inclusive and equitable learning environment. We encourage applicants with demonstrated experience collaborating with, and serving, people from a wide range of backgrounds.
For more information on Centralia College and the Centralia area, call 360-736-9391 or visit www.centralia.edu.
Job Description
The incumbent in this position will, under general direction, be responsible for sharing educational information with incarcerated individuals and facilitating communications with Department of Corrections (DOC) and Centralia College staff at the Washington Correctional Center in Shelton, Washington. The Program Coordinator shall undertake other activities under the direction of the Director of Corrections involving all facets of education orientation administration of the assigned corrections education site.
This position is designed to fulfill in part a contract awarded by the Washington State Board of Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) to operate a correctional education program in accordance with an interagency agreement with the Department of Corrections (DOC). Centralia College and its employees working in corrections education are expected to follow all DOC policies, IT and other security requirements, follow DOC Operational Memorandums, and comply with the Superintendent¿s directives.
Duties and Responsibilities
This is a 40 hours per week position within Washington Corrections Center. Classified employees are represented by the Washington State Federation of State Employees (WFSE). The state of Washington provides a comprehensive benefits package for state employees.
DEADLINE: The position will close on March 2, 2025. The screening committee will begin their review March 3, 2025.
Compensation
Monthly Salary: Range 40 ($3,477 - $4,517)
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following items
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.
Background Check
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
EEO Statement
Centralia College has a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we strongly urge all qualified applicants, especially people of color, persons of disability, women, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans, to apply. Centralia College is an Equal Opportunity employer.
It is the policy of Centralia College to assure equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 40), religion, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.
Centralia College does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Designated Title II, VI, VII, IX, Section 504, ADA compliance officer: Vice President for Human Resources and Equity, Hanson Hall Room 101, Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099, (360)623-8943.
The Human Resources Office is accessible for persons with disabilities. Those who need disability accommodation in the application/employment process, please call (360)623-8943.
Jeanne Clery Statement
Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report-Centralia College's Annual Crime/Security Report is available here, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 360-623-8947.
Title IX Statement
Centralia College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Title IX.
Centralia College is on a 30-acre campus of modern buildings set among walking paths, lawns, and native plantings just a few blocks from the heart of Centralia, Washington. The college has served students in the Lewis County region since 1925 and is the oldest continuously operating community college in Washington State. The city of Centralia is a historic railroad and river shipping hub with a vibrant downtown and railway station.
As a comprehensive community college, Centralia College offers academic transfer and workforce programs, as well as adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and personal enrichment classes. The college also offers five Bachelor of Applied Science degrees.
In addition to the main campus in Centralia, Centralia College East in Morton is a smaller site that serves the needs of students in east Lewis County. Centralia College is committed to the success of all students, and thus also provides educational programs at two corrections centers in southwest Washington and one juvenile facility. In total, the college serves more than 4,800 students annually. For nearly 100 years, several generations of Lewis County residents have looked to Centralia College for their education and training needs.
Centralia College is committed to student success, academic excellence, and enhancing and supporting our diverse community in an inclusive and equitable learning environment. We encourage applicants with demonstrated experience collaborating with, and serving, people from a wide range of backgrounds.
For more information on Centralia College and the Centralia area, call 360-736-9391 or visit www.centralia.edu.
Job Description
The incumbent in this position will, under general direction, be responsible for sharing educational information with incarcerated individuals and facilitating communications with Department of Corrections (DOC) and Centralia College staff at the Washington Correctional Center in Shelton, Washington. The Program Coordinator shall undertake other activities under the direction of the Director of Corrections involving all facets of education orientation administration of the assigned corrections education site.
This position is designed to fulfill in part a contract awarded by the Washington State Board of Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) to operate a correctional education program in accordance with an interagency agreement with the Department of Corrections (DOC). Centralia College and its employees working in corrections education are expected to follow all DOC policies, IT and other security requirements, follow DOC Operational Memorandums, and comply with the Superintendent¿s directives.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary contact via phone, email, or TEAMS for education orientation for the state of Washington Men's Prison Division.
- Verify high school credentials for all incoming incarcerated individuals
- Request and track transcripts for potential HS students
- Coordinate student recruitment and on-site registrations/enrollment services with director
- Coordinating schedules and student callouts for educational orientation to cover information about Basic Skills and College programs statewide
- Review/revise quarter schedule proofs in collaboration with Instruction
- Collect faculty syllabi and schedules and forward to Instruction
- Manage, route, and respond to student kiosks and kites
- Schedule student appointments
- Data entry, extraction and compilation for documentation and reporting
- Maintain compliance with Centralia College, SBCTC, and DOC policies and procedures
- Share program information with members of facility, DOC personnel, and other interested persons
- Establish office workflow for education orientation with input from staff and faculty to ensure compliance with the Interagency Agreement.
- Attend meetings and/or conferences as an education representative of the assigned corrections education site
- Facilitate interaction between corrections education sit and the DOC, SBCTC, and Centralia College
- Perform related duties as assigned by the director
- High School graduation or equivalent and two-full-time years of experience with program experience OR Equivalent education/experience
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
- Associates Degree
- Bilingual, especially in Spanish and English.
- Ability to: work accurately and independently; read, understand, and interpret policies and procedures; develop written reports; and work effectively with others.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to build rapport with internal and external staff members.
- Knowledge and demonstrated application of methods and data collection; communication and correspondence practices.
- Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to frequent changes in the work environment.
- Knowledge of the colleges and programs in Washington
- Competency in recognizing systemic and structural inequities.
- Knowledge of appropriate measures that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Skill in the effective and accurate use of OMNI in day-to-day operations.
- Ability to use the primary features of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and other office applications effectively.
This is a 40 hours per week position within Washington Corrections Center. Classified employees are represented by the Washington State Federation of State Employees (WFSE). The state of Washington provides a comprehensive benefits package for state employees.
DEADLINE: The position will close on March 2, 2025. The screening committee will begin their review March 3, 2025.
Compensation
Monthly Salary: Range 40 ($3,477 - $4,517)
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following items
- Online Application
- Cover Letter that addresses your interest in the position and ability to perform the responsibilities described in this announcement.
- Detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience that demonstrates how you meet the qualifications.
- List of at least three professional references with contact information. References are typically contacted after interviews.
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.
Background Check
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
EEO Statement
Centralia College has a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we strongly urge all qualified applicants, especially people of color, persons of disability, women, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans, to apply. Centralia College is an Equal Opportunity employer.
It is the policy of Centralia College to assure equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 40), religion, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.
Centralia College does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Designated Title II, VI, VII, IX, Section 504, ADA compliance officer: Vice President for Human Resources and Equity, Hanson Hall Room 101, Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099, (360)623-8943.
The Human Resources Office is accessible for persons with disabilities. Those who need disability accommodation in the application/employment process, please call (360)623-8943.
Jeanne Clery Statement
Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report-Centralia College's Annual Crime/Security Report is available here, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 360-623-8947.
Title IX Statement
Centralia College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Title IX.
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