Correctional Program Coordinator, DJC

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The Idaho Department o f Juvenile Corrections, Headquarters office in Downtown Boise is now hiring for a full-time Correctional Program Coordinator position to work in the Quality Improvement team. The primary purpose of this position it to develop, monitor and coordinate correctional programs and activities. Serve as the agency Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

• Serving as the agency PREA coordinator and implements the PREA standards that will be issued by the Department of Justice
• Prepares and presents pre-service/in-service training.
• Reviews all PREA investigations for compliance with standards and reports results/ issues to leadership.
• Submits suggestions for improvement of the PREA process and policies to Quality Improvement Manager for review.
• Assist with developing and writing RFP’s, monitors implementation and delivery of services for awarded contracts.
• Providing technical assistance to contract and state facilities regarding evidence based practices.
• Providing Quality Evaluations at state and contract facilities to measure adherence to evidence based practices.
• Developing evaluation and audit tools.
• Serve as liaison with evaluation and compliance, special interest organizations and facilitate communication between the central office, districts, and other units of the department.
• Presenting evaluation findings to a diverse audience.
• Develops and provides training to a varied audience.
• Responds to critical incidents in state and contract facilities.
• Assists the Department with planning and implementation of special projects.
• Manage the agency policy evaluation and revision process.
• Train new facility PREA Managers on investigative procedures and reporting processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

Some knowledge of:

• Management practices.

Experience:

• Developing and auditing policies and/or procedures.
• Assessing department/program needs.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience:

• Initiating and maintaining collaborative working relationships with individuals, community organizations, advocacy groups, law enforcement officials and/or across different divisions to ensure that the programs and activities you coordinated were meeting the needs of your customers/clients.

Some knowledge of :

• IDJC policies and procedures including the PREA.

Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package that includes the following -

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance - employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.80/month for dental
• Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement system
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)
• Eleven paid holidays in a year
• Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans
• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
• Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)
• Employee Assistance Program - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
• State and Department Wellness Programs
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Potential flexible work schedule

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections

P.O. Box 83720

Boise, ID

83720-0285

EMAIL:

idjcjobs@idjc.idaho.gov