Director of Correctional Education (EOCI, TRCI, PRCF)

TVCC is a comprehensive community college dedicated to promoting student success.

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PAY - $80,000-$90,000 (doe) LOCATION – Pendleton, Oregon
JOB TYPE – Full-time, Exempt DEPARTMENT – Corrections Education
DEADLINE – First review 12-19-24 REPORTS TO – VP Academic Affairs or designee

Come work for us! Working for TVCC comes with many exciting benefits. With 11 annual paid holidays,
Friday’s off in the summer, Christmas break for all employees, generous vacation and sick leave along with
a great selection of medical, dental and vision plans to choose from (for eligible employees and their
dependents), retirement benefit (for eligible employees) and much more, choosing to work for TVCC will be
a great step in your career. We invite you to apply and experience the benefits of a thriving community
college that values each employees’ contributions to its success!

A little about us… TVCC welcomes you to Ontario - where Oregon begins! TVCC was founded in 1962
and is located on a 90-acre campus near the center of Ontario, Oregon. TVCC currently employs around
150 full-time faculty and staff. TVCC’s campuses and centers extend to several locations throughout
Oregon and Idaho: Caldwell (Idaho), Burns (Oregon), Snake River Correctional Institution, Warner Creek
Correctional Facility, Eastern Oregon Correctional Institute, Powder River Correctional Facility, and Two
Rivers Correctional Institution. Ontario is an agriculturally based city of over 11,000 people, with a
service area population of over 60,000. Ontario is situated in the Treasure Valley and located about 60
miles west of Boise, Idaho. The Treasure Valley offers many outdoor opportunities for the entire family,
including fishing, boating, hunting, camping, skiing and sightseeing.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Correctional Education will be responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the
education and workforce training programs at Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution (EOCI) and Two
Rivers Correctional Institution (TRCI). The Director is responsible for oversight of the employee(s) and
program at Powder River Correctional Facility (PRCF).

QUALIFICATIONS
MANDATORY: Bachelor’s degree in Education/Adult Education/Public Administration or related field with
over three years related experience, in Education, Adult Education, Corrections, Public Administration or
related field. Must be able to demonstrate at least two years’ supervisory/leadership experience and the
knowledge, skills and ability to perform the duties of the position.

Broad knowledge of program management, accounting and budget and contract development and
administration required. Must have knowledge of adult education principles, personnel supervision,
curriculum development, program evaluation techniques and computer applications software. Documented

RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Director of Correctional Education

(EOCI, TRCI, PRCF)

ability to plan and implement instructional programs appropriate to adult learners, and ability to relate to
students of various ages, ethnic backgrounds, and abilities. Security access to EOCI, TRCI and PRCF
required. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including late afternoons and evenings, as needed.

PREFERRED: Master’s degree in Education/Adult Education/Public Administration. Other desired
qualifications include previous working experience within a correctional facility; teaching experience in a
secondary classroom, community college, Adult Basic Skills Development and/or Corrections Education
program; experience in cooperative learning environments; knowledge of strategies and techniques to
instruct students with varying learning styles. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

SPECIAL: Must be able to pass and maintain the state required security clearance and be approved to
enter Oregon Department of Corrections facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Supervise program personnel in corrections education and workforce training programs, which include

scheduling, training, assigning and reviewing work, performance evaluation and various personnel
actions.

• Maintain communication channels and relationships with EOCI, TRCI and PRCF personnel, TVCC

Administration, DOC and other correctional facility staff, as well as other community colleges regarding
curriculum, budgets, programs and other workforce education issues. In cooperation with the TVCC
faculty and staff, develop and revise ABSD (Adult Basic Skills Development), WBE (Work Based
Education), and short-term programs for EOCI, TRCI and PRCF SRCI Adults in Custody (AIC’s).
Assess compliance with State Department of Education regulations.

• Work with the Vice President of Academic Affairs and/or Dean(s), the Oregon Department of Corrections

and the Federal Department of Education to oversee College level courses offered at EOCI, TRCI and
PRCF.

• Serve as liaison between DOC staff and the college.

Prepare the biennium budget and approve and monitor expenditures for compliance within approved

budget. Develop alternative funding sources and pursue funds as available and appropriate. Supervise GED Testing Sites and personnel. Host and oversee the annual graduation ceremony(ies) for

each institution. Maintain awareness of trends and issues as they relate to corrections education and training. Resolve security and conflict issues involving education faculty, staff, students and student aides in

department and collaborate with union representatives to negotiate terms, resolve disputes, and ensure
fair employment practice. Ensure all educational programs and staff conduct adhere to union agreements
and legal requirements. Implement policies in alignment with negotiated agreements while maintaining
program efficiency.

• Address labor disputes or grievances related to educational staff in coordination with HR and union

representatives and foster a collaborative environment between management and bargaining staff.

• Other duties as assigned.

There is an expectation that the Director will be on-site at EOCI for a minimum of two days per week and
at TRCI a minimum of two days per week and conduct monthly/bimonthly visits to PRCF in Baker City,
Oregon and as needed. Travel to PRCF is paid for by the College.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a full-time, Professional, exempt, grant funded position.

BENEFITS
Benefits include medical insurance for employee and eligible dependents, life insurance and Oregon
retirement plan as well as 160 hours of annual vacation leave, 16 hours of annual personal leave and 8
hours per month of sick leave accrual.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A complete application file consists of the following:

• A letter of interest stating how you are qualified to perform the duties of the position
• A resume
• College transcripts, if any (copies are acceptable at this time)
• A TVCC application for employment. A pdf fillable application may be downloaded at

0445 and OAR 839-006-0450(3)

APPLICATION SUBMISSION: First review 12-19-24 (position will remain open until filled). Application
materials should be submitted or mailed to: HR@tvcc; or Human Resources, Treasure Valley Community
College, 650 College Boulevard, Ontario, OR 97914.

NOTE: If you are unable to supply any requested application information by the deadline, please notify the HR office,
otherwise your application may be deemed incomplete and will not be considered further. Materials submitted with the
application become the property of TVCC and will be retained in accordance with employment procedures. The
College reserves the right to reject all applicants and ask for a re-opening of the position or make a direct
appointment.